Boreas (North)

Cold wind, bringer of winter, holding a conch shell to make the howling sound of a strong wind.

Kaikias (Northeast)

Holds a shield full of hailstones.

Euros (East)

Apeliotes (Southeast)

Bringer of a good rain, he carries fruit.

Notus (South)

Associated with the hot winds and storms of late summer. Water pours out of his vessel.

Lips (Southwest)

He holds a ship's stern post as he blows directly into the harbor of Piraeus, so ships cannot leave.

Zephyrus (West)

A gentle wind, messenger of spring.

Skiron (Northwest)

Anticipating the onset of winter, his cauldron is empty.

Last modified 1/30/16; posted 8/11/15; original content © 2015 John P. Nordin