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The fall of July 15 marks the arrival of the hottest and wettest dog days of the year. And dog days in 2024 have three special features that are very different from previous years, so let's take a closer look.
The last year of the extraordinarily long dog days
In these years, dog days are basically lengthened, usually up to 40 days long, and 2024 is no exception. The specific time is: the first volt period from July 15 to July 24, 2024, a total of 10 days; mid-volt from July 25 to August 13, a total of 20 days; The last period is from August 14 to August 23, which is also 10 days.
This year, it falls on July 15, the tenth day of the sixth lunar month. Since this year's ambush time is in the sixth month of the lunar calendar, it is already a "late ambush" at this time.
As the saying goes, "the rain ripples in the morning, and the dry field in the late ambush" means that there may be more rain in the early morning and then in the future, and there may be less rain in the late ambush.
Thankfully, though, this year is the last year of the extended dog days. By 2025, dog days will turn back to 30-day times.
This means that we will need to experience relatively longer periods of heat and heat this year. During the extended dog days, people will face more challenges, especially for those who need to work outdoors for long periods of time, and heat protection and cooling measures become especially important.
Special feature 2: Dog days that may face a major drought
There is a folk proverb that "after autumn, a Geng enters the end of the sun", and a solar term has 15 days, so the time of the ambush is either before or after the heat.
This year's summer season is on August 22, and the end of the summer season is from August 14th to August 23rd, and since the summer is only on July 15 this year, then we can know that this year's summer season is obviously ahead of the ambush. As the saying goes, "there will be a disaster year before the summer heat, and a bumper harvest of grains after the summer heat", which means that if the summer heat comes before the summer, it indicates that the cold weather will come early, and the crops may fail; And after the summer heat is out, it indicates that the crops are easy to harvest.
In ancient times, people mainly lived from agriculture and paid great attention to the changes in solar terms to manage their crops. This year's summer heat coincides with the first day of the sixth lunar month, that is, at the beginning of the month, which implies that the rainfall may be very small during the dog days of the seventh lunar month, and there may be a major drought in many areas.
Looking at the recent weather conditions, many parts of the north have been in hot weather, and rain is relatively scarce, and even if it does, it is fleeting. This situation has a huge impact on the growth of crops, which can lead to a lack of water in crops, slow growth, and even the risk of reduced yields.
For those who are engaged in agriculture, it is necessary to make inspections in advance and plan ahead for field irrigation to ensure that crops can get enough water. At this time, it is possible to deal with possible drought conditions by building irrigation facilities and making full and rational use of water resources. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay close attention to weather changes and adjust the irrigation plan in time according to the actual situation to minimize the damage to crops caused by drought.
Special feature three: this year's dog days are "mother volts"
Now most people are not very clear, in the folk, there has always been a dog day divided into "male volt" and "female volt" traditional saying, the method of distinguishing male volt and female volt is relatively simple, mainly according to the ambush time is singular or even.
The lunar date of the ambush is an even number, which is the "mother fu", and this year is the case. As the old saying goes, "the male is fierce, the female is cool", according to the experience of the ancients, the mother is a sign that the dog days may be relatively cooler. This year's ambush day is the tenth day of the sixth lunar month, because the tenth day of the first month is an even number, so this year is the "mother volt".
However, despite the fact that this year is a "mother volt", we can't expect much from the coolness of dog days based on the current weather situation. As the old saying goes, "after a small summer, three points of heat a day", everyone's heatstroke prevention work still cannot be slackened in the slightest.
It is important to note that these peculiarities are mainly based on traditional experience and narratives, and actual weather conditions can be affected by a variety of factors, including climate change, geographical location, etc. While these proverbs can help us speculate on the weather to some extent, they are not very accurate and generalized.
Things to look out for on dog days
In such hot weather, we need to pay special attention to protecting our physical health. Try to avoid strenuous outdoor activities during hot periods, and if you need to go out, you should take sun protection measures, such as wearing hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc., and bring an appropriate amount of drinking water to prevent heat stroke.
At the same time, the room should be well ventilated, and equipment such as air conditioners and fans can be used to lower the temperature, but care should be taken to avoid excessive cold to prevent colds or other diseases. In terms of diet, it is advisable to be light, and eat more foods that have the effect of clearing heat and relieving heat, such as bitter gourd, loofah, winter melon, etc.
In daily life, we also need to pay attention to maintaining good work and rest habits, ensuring adequate sleep, and avoiding staying up late. Because during dog days, the human body consumes more, and adequate sleep helps to restore physical strength and improve immunity.
For the elderly, children, pregnant women and people with chronic diseases, it is especially important to pay special attention to their own health. Hot weather can easily increase the physical burden of these people, causing various discomforts or diseases. They should minimize the amount of time they spend outside and if they must go out, it is best to have a family member accompany them, and carry necessary medicines and first aid supplies with them.
In addition to personal protection and precautions, all sectors of society should also work together to create a relatively comfortable and safe environment for people.
For example, relevant departments can strengthen the monitoring and early warning of high temperature weather, release information in a timely manner, and guide people to take preventive measures; Public places can provide more heatstroke prevention and cooling facilities and services; Enterprises can reasonably arrange working hours to avoid employees from carrying out high-intensity labor during high temperature periods.
epilogue
In conclusion, the dog days of 2024 have their own unique characteristics, such as the ultra-long duration, the possibility of a major drought, and the characteristics of the "mother and child" that require us to pay enough attention.
In this special period, we should pay attention to the changes in the weather, make preparations for heat stroke prevention and drought resistance, and arrange our life and diet reasonably to maintain good health and survive the hot dog days safely. At the same time, it also reminds us to pay more attention to the impact of climate change on our lives and take proactive measures to adapt to changing environmental challenges.
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