Khaberni - The forty days of winter, which began with the winter solstice on December 21, 2025, are entering their final days, with 9 days remaining until their end on February 1. The period is marked by cold weather and frequent frost, characteristic of this time of year.
The forty days of winter (also known as Murabba’aniya of winter) are among the coldest periods of the year, lasting for 40 days. It is characterized by severe coldness that may be accompanied by freezing and frost, especially if cold and dry easterly winds blow across the region.
Following the Murabba’aniya immediately is the Khamsiniya of winter, a period that extends until the spring equinox, contributing about 37% of the annual average to the rainy season through quick weather changes known for their rainy events, while winter influences continue in the region.
