Why the Dog Days of Summer Are Celestial | Augusta Georgia News

Forget your pup — the “dog days of summer” trace back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, tied to the blazing star Sirius. When Sirius rises with the sun in July through early August, it was believed to amplify the heat, creating that sticky, oppressive humidity that makes sweat useless. It’s not your dog’s fault — it’s cosmic. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1243093853864228