You’ve probably heard it used to describe an unexpected stretch of warm, dry weather in late autumn—long after the first frost. But the name has a complicated and debated history.
Here’s a social media post explaining the origin of "Indian summer":
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👉 The term likely began as a colonial-era reference to Native Americans, but its exact origin is fuzzy. Today, many choose to retire it out of respect.
What do you call that cozy last blast of warm weather where you live? ☕🍁