School: Lios an Chochaill (roll number 5462)
- Location:
- Lisacoghil, Co. Leitrim
- Teacher: Máire, Bean Uí Liongain
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0204, Page 152
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- Weather LoreThe Sun - If the sun sets with a watery appearance it is a sign of rain.The Moon - If there is a circle round the moon rain is approaching no matter how good the weather may be.The Clouds - When they appear to run across the sky, we can expect storm.The Wind - The wind which brings the most rain to our district is the south - east wind.The Birds - During summer when we notice swallows flying low and shinning along the ground we may look out for rain. The Crow - Sometimes crows may be observed flying very high and chattering very loudly. This is looked upon as a sign of rain.The Wren - In summertime the wren is seen hopping around the hedges, and chirping very loudly. This shows that a change in the fine weather may be expected. The Wild Geese - These fly inland when storm is approaching(continues on next page)
