Here are some phrases and idioms to describe the "scorching heat" of summer:
1. We're experiencing a serious heat wave!
*Heat Wave = Long period of abnormally hot weather.
2. It's like a sauna outside. (Amber style English)
*Sauna = hot and humid
3. Take care not to melt in the sweltering afternoon heat.
*Take care not to = be careful not to
Examples: Take care not to catch a cold.
Take care not to get hurt.
Take care not to lose your English.
*Sweltering = uncomfortably hot
How do you survive the "dog days of summer"? Give us your tips and advice in English.
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Of course, I know: "Rain, rain, go away, come again another day!" OR "Lovely weather for ducks." But that's all and a bit too little. Thank you and have a nice day.
Wow you know many many good idioms and phrases about rain! You sound like a native :) Yes, we have had a lot of rain here too during rainy season. But it's finally starting to clear up. Don't get drenched! Stay dry!
The only other idiom I can think of concerning rain is "Save ____ for a rainy day"
It means "to keep something for the future, especially money, when you might need it"
Besides that, I found this funny post describing phrases similar to "It's raining cats and dogs" in other languages http://mentalfloss.com/article/12931/15-international-idioms-describe-heavy-rain
