On December 26, the Orthodox Church remembers the martyrs Eustratius, Orestes, Eugenius, Auxentius and Mardarius.
In the folk calendar, December 26 is Eustratius Day, Dangerous Day, Mardarius, Darius, Witches' gathering.
According to folk signs, on this day you can find out what January will be like.
Weather signs for December 26
Whatever the weather is like on Eustratius Day, that's what January will be like.
If the day is cloudy, the second month of winter will be warm.
Clear weather in Mardaria promises a frosty and sunny January.
If the sun sets in a large cloud, there will be a storm at night.
If wolves howl near a dwelling, a cold snap is coming.
If magpies sit on the snow, you should expect a thaw.
Frost on the trees on Eustratius Day foretells frosts and snowstorms.
If the stars are clearly visible on the night of Mardaria, spring will come early.
Snow on this day means there will be a good harvest.
