July 15th 2024.
According to traditional folklore, rain on July 15th is considered a bad omen. And unfortunately, it seems like this superstition may hold true as heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit parts of the UK. The Met Office has issued a weather warning, adding to the belief that this could be a sign of bad luck.
The western areas of England, including Cardiff, Bangor, Liverpool, and Exeter, are expected to experience downpours, along with the entire country of Wales. A yellow weather alert has been put in place, starting at 8am on Monday and lasting the entire day until 11:59pm. This is the second warning in just a few days, causing concern for the safety and well-being of those in the affected areas.
Forecasters are predicting up to 40mm of rainfall in just a few hours, which is definitely not what anyone hopes for during the summer season. The Met Office has warned of potential power cuts, flooding, and damage to buildings. They have also advised people to be cautious while driving as the conditions may be dangerous.
To add to the already gloomy forecast, there is a saying that the weather experienced on St Swithin's Day will continue for the next 40 days. This means that if the superstition holds true, the rest of the summer may be a wet one for some parts of the country. It's not exactly the news that anyone wants to hear, especially after the Three Lions' loss in the Euro 2024 final to Spain.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Monday, starting at 8am and lasting until 11:59pm. According to the legend, if it rains on St Swithin's Day, the weather will persist for the next 40 days. This belief is reflected in the proverb that states, "St Swithin's Day if thou dost rain, for forty days it will remain, St Swithin's Day if thou be fair, for forty days will rain na mair."
The forecaster has warned of "torrential downpours" with 15-20mm of rainfall expected in less than an hour in some areas, and 30-40mm within three hours in others. Lightning may also accompany the heavy rain throughout the day. The affected area is expected to spread northward as the day progresses.
Unfortunately, any plans for a beach day will likely be dampened by the weather. The hopes for a summer full of sunshine seem to be diminishing, and a trip to the beach may turn out to be a wet and miserable one. This certainly won't help lift the spirits of those in the affected parts of England, especially after the recent loss in the Euro 2024 final.
It seems like this is not the kind of "drowning your sorrows" that people had in mind. Let's hope that the weather improves soon and that this bad omen does not continue for the next 40 days. In the meantime, it's best to stay safe and dry if you find yourself in the affected areas.
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