Forty Saints' storm
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005728
A traditional European weather lore term referring to a period of cold, stormy weather that sometimes occurs around mid-March. This phenomenon is associated with the feast day of the Forty Martyrs of Sebaste, observed on March 10th. It represents a late-winter or early-spring cold snap, often bringing snow or strong winds.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005728 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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