Swithun, English bishop and saint (born c. 800)

Swithun was an Anglo-Saxon bishop of Winchester and subsequently patron saint of Winchester Cathedral. His historical importance as bishop is overshadowed by his reputation for posthumous miracle-working. According to tradition, if it rains on Saint Swithun's bridge (Winchester) on his feast day it will continue for forty days.

July 2 is the 183rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 182 days remain until the end of the year.