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We all know the expression “April showers bring May flowers,” but there are many weather lore sayings associated with rain and spring that may be new to you! Have you heard any of these? Weather Lore Sayings About Rain RELATED: Spring Peepers: Why Frogs Sing March Weather Lore Sayings RELATED: Spring Weather Forecast April Sayings
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Folklore says these animals are the ones to observe closely!
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Our ancestors observed bird behavior to predict the weather. How many of these old sayings about feathered forecasters, plucked from folklore, do you know?
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Superstitions are just silly, right? There's a good chance that you may actually believe some and practice these rituals to thwart evil. See the list.
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We know what it means, but where did it originate? Find out.
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More signs from nature of what we can expect for the winter ahead include how the wasps are building their nests. What are they doing in your back yard?
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Locating water underground using a stick? Is it pseudoscience or the real deal? Find out!
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Have you ever seen a face in the clouds or in your morning coffee? No, you're not crazy. Learn about the phenomenon known as pareidolia.
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Find out what the weather this month means for the rest of the year!
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Buying a new home? Ensure your house brings you good luck for years to come with these bits of ancient folklore.
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