Traditionally, August 25, according to the folk calendar, is the Day of the Holy Fire.
This holiday is best known for the fact that it is on this day, according to beliefs, that one should pay attention to the weather.
In particular, it was believed that heavy rains promised short-lived warmth.
If a thunderstorm rumbles, the autumn will be very long.
No thunderstorms or rain in sight? Summertime will last until October.
Also on August 25, the following people traditionally celebrate their name days: Alexander, Alexey, Anton, Arkady, Vasily, Vyacheslav, German, Dmitry, Efim, Ivan, Ilya, Leonid, Matvey, Mikhail, Nikolay, Petr, Sergey, Stepan, Fedor, Yakov.
People with the above mentioned names are believed to have great strength of spirit and endurance.
These individuals are primarily known for achieving their goals.
However, such people are not prone to stepping on others. They have quite stable principles.
Weather signs
The cat licks itself very thoroughly - it will be sunny.
Fog is hanging over the forest – it will rain.
The weather is warm and clear – the harvest of porcini mushrooms will be very good.
Frogs croak loudly - the rains will last longer.
The moles have left their holes – the bad weather will last until autumn.
Author: Margarita Sadkovskaya
