The Dog Days of Summer

 

You've heard the term "dog days of summer" but do you know the actual meaning behind it? 🐕🌞

The "dog days" refer to the hottest days of the summer, typically in July and August. The phrase can be traced back thousands of years to the days of the Roman Empire. People noticed that the dog star Sirius⭐ rose and set around the same time as the sun after the summer solstice - usually July 3 through August 11 during the hottest and most humid days of the year in the northern hemisphere. The Romans believed that Sirius' brightness increased the sun's warmth, making the days even hotter.

In celebration of the "dog days of summer" and this last weekend of summer break before school starts next week, enjoy a family hot dog grill out 🌭, pool time, and cool treats like watermelon🍉or shaved ice 🍧to stay cool!