Traditionally, July 17, according to the folk calendar, is celebrated as the Day of Andrey Nalyva.
This holiday is best known for the fact that it is on this day, according to beliefs, that one should pay attention to the sky.
In particular, it was believed that clouds floating across the sky promised sunny weather.
If there were no clouds visible at all during the day, you should prepare for the heat.
Is there a rainbow in the sky? There may be some rain.
Also on July 17, the following people traditionally celebrate their name days: Alexandra, Alexey, Anastasia, Andrey, Arseny, Vasily, Georgy, Dmitry, Maria, Mark, Mikhail, Nikolay, Tatyana, Tikhon, Fyodor.
It is believed that people with the above mentioned names are distinguished from others by the fact that they are very assertive people.
These individuals, however, are able to demonstrate the necessary gentleness of character when necessary.
In addition, such individuals are very thoughtful. As a rule, they choose to spend their free time in solitude.
Thunder rumbles in the distance - bad weather is coming.
There is heavy cloud cover – it will be warm.
A large number of berries have ripened in the area – the winter will be cold.
The leaves on the trees have turned yellow – early autumn is coming.
If you see an abundance of wasps, you should prepare for a harsh winter.