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The phrase "dog days of summer" refers to the hottest, most humid part of summer, typically occurring in late July to early August in the Northern Hemisphere.
🌞 Origin:
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The term comes from ancient Greek and Roman astronomy.
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It relates to the period when the star Sirius (the "Dog Star") rises and sets with the sun.
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Sirius is part of the constellation Canis Major ("Greater Dog").
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Ancient people believed this star added to the sun's heat, creating an especially hot period.
📅 When Are the Dog Days?
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Traditionally: July 3 – August 11 (in the Northern Hemisphere).
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In modern use, it just means peak summer—the long, sweltering days when everything feels slow and sticky.
🐾 Common Associations:
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Lethargy or sluggishness (even dogs seek shade and rest).
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Heatwaves and droughts.
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A time for vacation, swimming, iced drinks, and often a slowdown in business or productivity.
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