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What Are the 'Dog Days of Summer?' Meteorologist Explains
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What are the 'dog days of summer?' Meteorologist explains
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The phrase "the dog days of summer" is one you may have heard to describe hot and humid summer days, but where exactly does the term come from, and what does it mean? "Dog days of summer" actually relates to astronomy. The idea dates back to ancient Greek and Roman times, when people relied heavily on constellations for information. The brightest star in the sky after the Sun is Sirius, which translates to glowing or s…
This article was first published on Cedarnews.net. For more news and exclusive reports, visit our website. Getty Images Every summer, as temperatures peak, a centuries-old expression appears in Western media: “Dog Days of Summer.” Behind this phrase is a long history combining astronomical observations, folklore, and weather changes, a phenomenon that continues to fascinate even today, especially with the increasing talk… This story was publishe…
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