10 Weather Proverbs That Are Actually True

Key Takeaways

• Many weather proverbs have a lot to do with high and low pressure systems.

• Low pressure systems tend to have a lot of moisture in the air, meaning rain could be on the horizon.

• Different types of clouds can also indicate how much moisture is in the atmosphere and the severity of a storm.

• Certain amphibians may also become more active when there’s an increase of moisture in the air.

• A colorful sunset can foreshadow something entirely different than a colorful sunrise.

What Weather Proverbs Are True?

It can be difficult to trust the old clichés we’ve heard time and time again. Which ones are old wives’ tales and which ones are true?

For example, are red skies at night a sailor’s delight? Or do red skies in the morning provide fair warning?