According to traditional weather lore, February 24th, known as Matthias Day, is a critical turning point that will determine whether spring arrives early or winter lingers. With temperatures expected to reach a mild 18 degrees Celsius on this date, the saying "St. Matthias breaks the ice; if he finds none, he makes none" suggests that winter's grip is weakening. Historically, such mild conditions at the end of February, often influenced by Atlantic air currents, indicate a shift towards warmer weather and a higher probability of a mild March. While these old sayings are rooted in centuries of observation rather than modern climate models, they reflect a deep cultural hope for an early spring.