We understand that travelling in scorching temperatures is never a preference for many of us. But some people are left with no choice sometimes. We are talking about the Hajj pilgrims as the Hajj season has been coming during summer, and we know how harsh the Saudi sun can be. But here’s some cool news! Future pilgrims can finally breathe easier. The National Centre of Meteorology has confirmed that this year’s Hajj marked the end of the summer pilgrimage cycle. The next 25 years will spare pilgrims the extreme heat that made recent journeys so demanding.
No More Scorching Summers: Hajj To Bring Cooler Days For 25 Years
Let’s break it down. The next eight Hajj seasons will fall in spring, starting with May 2026. That’s right, say goodbye to 45°C days and hello to milder conditions. After this run of spring pilgrimages, Hajj will shift into winter from 2033. Imagine performing rituals with a cool breeze rather than under the sun’s full glare. From 2040, autumn will take over until 2049. And finally, summer will make its grand return around 2050.
All thanks to the moon for doing its thing. The Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle. This means each year, Hajj season gets moved 10 to 11 days earlier on the Gregorian calendar.
The Heat Challenges Of the 2025 Hajj
To grasp why this change matters, let’s look at the recent Hajj. The 2025 season came with heat wave warnings so serious that authorities had to issue strict guidelines. Pilgrims were told to stay in their tents during peak hours on Arafat Day and avoid visiting Jabal Al Rahmah and Masjid Namirah when the sun was at its harshest. Even walking between Holy Sites was not advised. Official transport was encouraged to protect pilgrims from heat exhaustion.
Managing millions of people in extreme heat puts huge pressure on safety services, medical teams, and organisers. These spring and winter pilgrimages should make life far easier for everyone involved.
Also Read: Saudi Arabia: Hajj Pilgrims Advised To Stay In Tents Between 10 AM & 4 PM As Temperatures Soar
The Takeaway?
For the next quarter-century, Hajj will come with kinder weather, reducing one of the biggest stress points of the journey. Pilgrims can focus on their spiritual duties without worrying about collapsing from heatstroke. And let’s be honest, this will be a relief for families, organisers, and medical crews alike. So if you’re planning Hajj in the coming years, get ready for cooler, more comfortable conditions.
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