Traditionally, on August 17, according to the folk calendar, the holiday of Avdotya Malinovka is celebrated.
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.
Thus, in particular, it was believed that the shining sun promises a very comfortable and gentle November.
If there is a large amount of raspberries in the forest, you can expect a rich grain harvest.
Have your poultry suddenly started hiding in the henhouse? Bad weather is to be expected.
Also on August 17, the following people traditionally celebrate their name days: Alexey, Andrey, Daria, Denis, Dmitry, Evdokia (Avdotya), Ivan, Irina, Iya, Konstantin, Kuzma, Maximilian, Martha, Mikhail, Semyon.
People with the above mentioned names are believed to continuously strive for perfection.
These individuals may seem arrogant to many, but this is a very misleading impression.
Such people are highly valued for their loyalty, especially towards loved ones and friends.
Weather signs
Sheep and goats turn away from the wind - bad weather will come.
Livestock keep their noses to the wind - there will be heavy rains.
The hawk screams loudly - it will be very sunny and pleasant.
Dragonflies are behaving very calmly - clear weather will come.
Dew is glistening on the grass - you need to prepare for a poor flax harvest.
