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🌸 What Even IS Spring?

Great question. Scientifically speaking, spring is the season that begins around the vernal equinox (March 20th in the Northern Hemisphere), when the Earth’s axis tilts just enough toward the sun to remind us that warmth is, in fact, real and not something we imagined.

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But fall weather can be the best.

One of the best things about fall weather is the balance it brings. It’s cool enough for cozy sweaters and warm drinks, but not yet cold enough to require heavy coats. The milder temperatures make it perfect for outdoor adventures — from scenic hikes under vibrant canopies of red and orange leaves to leisurely strolls through local parks.

Fall also brings an unmistakable sense of comfort. There’s something special about curling up with a blanket, a hot cup of cider, and the scent of cinnamon in the air. The season invites us to slow down, reflect, and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

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☀️ What Even IS Summer?

Astronomically speaking, summer begins at the summer solstice — June 20th or 21st in the Northern Hemisphere — the single longest day of the year, when the sun lingers in the sky like a houseguest who absolutely refuses to leave.

But really, summer is a feeling. It’s that specific moment when you walk out the door at 8pm and it’s still light out and something primal in you goes completely feral with joy. It’s flip flops on pavement. It’s a fan oscillating sadly in the corner of a room. It’s eating dinner outside and immediately regretting it because of the wasps.

Summer is chaos. Summer is beautiful. Summer is the season that makes the other three worth enduring.

“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” — John Lubbock

(Permission granted. Go lie in the grass. Tell your boss John Lubbock said it was fine.)

📸 Summer in Its Full, Blinding Glory

Behold the season in all its sweaty, magnificent splendour:

🎬 Your Summer Watch List

Pour yourself something cold and hit play:

📺 Watch: The Most Relaxing Beach Ambience — 4K Ocean Waves, 3 Hours

(Can’t get to a beach? We’ve got you. Close your eyes. Smell the imaginary sunscreen.)

✅ The Official Summer Checklist

Summer has expectations of you. Here they are:

• Apply sunscreen. More than you think you need. Then more. We’re serious. Dermatologists didn’t go to eight years of school for you to ignore them.

• Eat something outside that you would normally eat inside. It will taste 40% better. This is not placebo. This is thermodynamics. (It is placebo.)

• Watch a sunset all the way through. Don’t just glance at it. Don’t photograph it after two seconds and leave. Stay. Watch the whole thing. Be a person.

• Find some water and get in it. Lake, sea, river, paddling pool, garden hose. No excuses. It’s summer.

• Have a conversation that lasts too long on a warm evening. The kind where you keep saying “right, I should go” and then don’t. These are among the best conversations humans have.

• Complain about the heat at least twice per week. This is tradition. This is community. We’re all in this together.

• Order something cold and sit with it slowly. No rush. You have nowhere to be. The evening is long. This is the whole point.

🌡️ What’s the Weather Actually Doing?

Summer weather operates in two modes and two modes only:

Mode 1: Absolutely Perfect. Warm but not sweltering, a gentle breeze, low humidity, golden light at every hour of the day. You feel like you’re living inside a Nikon advertisement. You think, this is why I’m alive.

Mode 2: Unhinged. 34°C at 9pm, the kind of humidity that makes you feel like you’re being slowly consumed by a warm, damp cloud. You lie spread-eagled on a tile floor at 2am wondering if your ceiling fan is actually doing anything or just redistributing the suffering more evenly.

There is no Mode 3. Summer does not do moderation.

The good news: even Mode 2 produces the best thunderstorms you’ll ever see. Big, dramatic, cinematic storms that clear the air and leave everything smelling like petrichor and relief. Worth it. Mostly.

🌿 Summer Facts to Dazzle Your BBQ Guests With

Science! At a barbecue! Why not.

• The summer solstice has been celebrated by humans for thousands of years. Stonehenge was likely built in part to align with the midsummer sunrise. Ancient people really understood the assignment: when the sun is at its peak, you throw a party.¹

• Sunflowers track the sun throughout the day — a process called heliotropism — but only when they’re young. Mature sunflowers stop moving and permanently face east, greeting the morning sun every day for the rest of their lives. Honestly inspiring.²

• Thunderstorms are most common in summer afternoons because heat causes air to rise rapidly, forming towering cumulonimbus clouds. The atmosphere is, essentially, doing the same thing you do when it gets too hot: losing its composure dramatically.³

• Days are longest in summer, but the hottest days come weeks later. This “seasonal lag” happens because the Earth’s oceans and land take time to absorb and release heat. The planet is slow to warm up. Relatable.⁴

🧡 A Final Word

Summer is the season that asks you to slow down. To be present. To sit still long enough that you actually notice how warm the air is, how long the light lasts, how good it feels to do absolutely nothing for an entire afternoon and call it living.

We spend so much of the year rushing — through autumn, through winter, through spring — waiting for this. And now it’s here, and it will go fast, because things always go fast when they’re good.

So here is our very sincere, weather-professional advice: don’t miss it. Go outside. Feel the sun on your face. Eat the ice cream before it melts. Stay out a little too late. Let a warm evening turn into a warm night.

Summer doesn’t wait. But it does linger, just a little, if you let it.

— The Better Weather Team ☀️

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Footnotes:

¹ Midsummer celebrations exist across virtually every culture that experiences seasons — from Scandinavia’s Midsommar to Ancient Egypt’s alignment of temples with the solstice sun. Humans have always understood that the longest day deserves recognition. And usually, mead.

² Young sunflowers complete one full east-to-west arc per day, driven by differential growth hormones on each side of the stem. Once mature and woody, they stop — permanently eastward-facing. Scientists aren’t entirely sure why. Some things are just poetic.

³ The US alone sees roughly 100,000 thunderstorms per year, of which about 10% are classified as “severe.” Lightning strikes Earth approximately 100 times per second. The sky is basically always angry somewhere. We find this comforting for some reason.

⁴ The hottest stretch of summer in the Northern Hemisphere typically falls in late July to early August — weeks after the solstice. Ancient Romans called this period the “dies caniculares,” or Dog Days, named after Sirius, the Dog Star, which rises with the sun during this time. They blamed the star for the heat. The star had nothing to do with it. The Romans were wrong but the name stuck.

Was ist besser?

1. Sonne im Winter?

2. Oder Sonne im Sommer?

Nach einem monatelangem harten Winter in Berlin überzeugen mich selbst diese tollen Schneefotos nicht, dass Sonne im Winter wirklich besser ist als Sonne im Sommer. Ich will jetzt Sommer!

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The answer is simple: Just escape the snowy but sunny mountains!

When comparing the charm of snowy mountain weather to the often dreary rainy days in Berlin, it’s easy to see why many prefer the crisp allure of the peaks. Here’s why:

1. The Scenic Beauty
   Snow-covered mountains are breathtaking, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland. Fresh, glittering snow blankets the peaks, forests, and valleys, offering picturesque views that inspire awe. Rainy Berlin, by contrast, can feel gray and uninspiring, with clouds often dulling the city’s charm.

2. Refreshing Atmosphere
   Snowy mountain air is crisp, clean, and invigorating. It rejuvenates the body and mind, providing an escape from the urban hustle. Berlin’s rainy weather often brings dampness and a lingering chill that clings to the air, making it feel less refreshing and more oppressive.

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When comparing the charm of snowy mountain weather to the often dreary rainy days in Berlin, it’s easy to see why many prefer the crisp allure of the peaks. Here’s why:

1. The Scenic Beauty
   Snow-covered mountains are breathtaking, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland. Fresh, glittering snow blankets the peaks, forests, and valleys, offering picturesque views that inspire awe. Rainy Berlin, by contrast, can feel gray and uninspiring, with clouds often dulling the city’s charm.

2. Refreshing Atmosphere
   Snowy mountain air is crisp, clean, and invigorating. It rejuvenates the body and mind, providing an escape from the urban hustle. Berlin’s rainy weather often brings dampness and a lingering chill that clings to the air, making it feel less refreshing and more oppressive.

1. Outdoor Adventures
   Snow in the mountains invites exciting activities: skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and even snowshoeing. It turns the cold into an opportunity for fun. Rainy Berlin, on the other hand, often discourages outdoor activities, leaving you cooped up indoors.

2. Cozy Comfort
   After a day in the snowy mountains, there’s nothing quite like curling up by a roaring fire with a warm drink in hand. In Berlin’s rain, you’re more likely to be battling puddles and soggy shoes than enjoying a cozy moment.

3. A Winter Wonderland
   Snow creates an ambiance of magic and serenity. Every snowflake adds to the peaceful charm of the mountains. Rain, particularly in an urban setting like Berlin, often brings muddy streets, traffic jams, and the frustration of umbrellas flipping in the wind.

While Berlin has its own appeal, there’s no denying that snowy mountain weather holds a special magic. It’s an invitation to embrace nature’s beauty and find joy in winter’s chill rather than dread its grayness. So, if given the choice, the mountains are calling — and they’re dusted in snow! 🏔️✨

They could just clean the windows a bit.

Since we’re on the topic, let’s list all the things that could be improved with Deutsche Bahn:

Things DB could improve

1. Trains could be on time.

2. Tickets could be cheaper.

3. Service could be better.

4. Passengers could be friendlier.¹

What I love about taking the train though is all the things you can do on the train.

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What I love about taking trains

First list

• walk around

• doze

• read

• sleep

• watch a movie

• eat

Second list

• chat with strangers

  • or just observe them

• Also, it’s just great not to be in traffic.

Closing thoughts

Here’s a quote. It’s a good one.

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(The post-it is even called sunnyside!)

Combined with feeling blue, this is summer for me.

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That's all for now. See you in September.
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This is what summer looks like for me: Blue. Not like the winter or Monday blues, but the good kind of blue.

A blue sky.

Refreshing water. And lots of time spent at the public pool. That is if there are no sudden fist fights breaking out at the pool.

And lots more energy to enjoy all that blue.

How do you feel about blue. And about summer? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. 🟦