The “dog days of summer” are traditionally considered the hottest and most humid stretch of the season, running from July through August. The phrase has ancient roots, tied to Sirius, the “Dog Star,” which appears in the constellation Canis Major. While Sirius doesn’t actually cause summer heat, the expression remains a fitting description for those sweltering late-summer days when staying cool and hydrated becomes especially important. In North Carolina, the transition from summer into ...
As North Carolina begins its transition from hot, muggy summer days to cooler mornings, crisp evenings, and more frequent overcast skies, it’s easy to assume the risk of sunburn has passed. After all, when the weather feels more comfortable, many people naturally leave the sunscreen at home. Unfortunately, your skin doesn’t judge sun exposure by the temperature outside. Ultraviolet (UV) rays remain strong well into the early fall months, and they can penetrate ...
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