August

Here in 21st-century Central Texas, we're enduring one of the longest streaks of 100° temperatures in recorded history -- and it ain't over yet. Things probably weren't this hot in 15th-century France, but a dip in a cool stream would still have been inviting, as you can see if you visit the page for August in the Les Très Riches Heures Image Gallery. Of course, the activity does seem to be more suited to the laborers in the fields; the richly-dressed nobles found more genteel pursuits, as you can see in this detail.