School: Woodland (roll number 8464)
- Location:
- Woodland, Co. Donegal
- Teacher: Mrs Crossan
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- 1 When the sky is of a very black colour towards the south it is a sign of thunder and lightning.
2 A very stormy wind blowing from the north in winter is a sign of snow.
3 A strong wind blowing from the north in spring is the sign of dry weather.
4 When the clouds are a grey colour and we think they are moving in the sky it is a sure sign of rain.
5 A horse standing with its back to the wind is the sign of a wet day.
6 When the smoke from the chimney blows towards the south it is the sign of good weather. - 1 When the sun is shining brightly early in the morning it is a sign of rain.
2 It is also a sign of rain when the moon is(continues on next page)
