Esapchi Alybai from Naryn could determine the time with a simple stick.
He would stick a stick about 2 meters long into the ground and then measure the length of the shadow from the stick five times a day at specific times: kun najza boyu kotoruldu — at 5 a.m., chak tush — between 12 and 1 p.m., chon, beshim — between 3 and 4 p.m., kichi beishm — at 6 p.m., and namazdiger — at 8 p.m. Each length of shadow obtained was compared by the esapchi with previous data according to the month, day, and hour of measurement, and based on the results of this comparison, he predicted the nature of spring and winter, as well as upcoming changes in the atmosphere for the near future.
According to modern science, the main factor influencing the weather on our planet is the radiant energy of the Sun directed towards the Earth. It is known that the Sun is a powerful source of dynamic energy. Climate changes and all life are inextricably linked to the activity of this giant sphere composed of molten gases. The exchange of radiant energy between the Earth's surface and the atmosphere leads, after numerous physical and chemical transformations, to various processes that we are accustomed to calling weather. Wind, rain, hail, snow, frost — all these natural processes and phenomena are ultimately explained by the impact of solar energy on the Earth's atmosphere.
As we noted, the Kyrgyz in the past deified the Sun. They understood that the glowing molten sphere in the sky is an inexhaustible source of abundance, providing food and warmth — all that is essential for life on Earth. The Kyrgyz constantly observed the Sun, but they paid special attention to autumn observations when it descended lower and lower (during this time, nights become long and days short, meaning the daylight period significantly decreases, which greatly affects various animal organisms).