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The characteristics and customs of the Start of Summer

2025-05-06

The characteristics and customs of the Start of Summer

Start of Summer is the seventh solar term among the 24 solar terms and the first one of summer. Its arrival marks the end of spring and the beginning of. Here are the characteristics and customs of Start of Summer:

The characteristics of the Start of Summer solar term: o

.Temperatures rise significantly: The Start of Summer signifies the transition of seasons, the official beginning of the sweltering summer season. The Start of Summer occurs when the sun reaches 45 degrees of longitude, generally falling on May 5th or6th of the Gregorian calendar each year.

.The onset of scorching heat and an increase in thunderstorms: After the Start of Summer, temperatures in's Jiangnan region quickly rebound, and both the amount and frequency of rainfall will noticeably increase.

.Crops enter a period of vigorous growth: The Start of is a critical period for crop growth, and the climatic conditions during this time are highly conducive to the growth of agricultural products.

Folk customs of the Start of Summer solar term: o

. Welcoming the summer ceremony: In ancient times, people attached great to the rituals of the Start of Summer. On this day, the ancient emperor would lead his officials to the southern suburbs of the capital to welcome the summer and perform the ceremony of the summer.

. Tasting the new: There is a custom of tasting the new at the Start of Summer. In Suzhou, there is a saying that goes "Three things are seen at the Start of Summer," referring to newly ripe cherries, green plums, and wheat.

. Egg fighting: There is a custom of egg fighting the Start of Summer. Children put hard-boiled eggs in a net bag woven with colorful silk threads or floss, and compete one by one. Those who break their eggs defeat and eat the egg. The last one left is honored as the "Egg King."

. Weighing people: There is a custom of weighing people at the of Summer. The person weighing people will say auspicious words while striking the weighing machine. Weighing people on the Start of Summer will bring good fortune, and people also to the heavens for good luck.

. Eating Start of Summer eggs: There is a custom of eating Start of Summer eggs. The folk believe that eating Start of Summer eggs can the body. Also, children are prone to abdominal distension and loss of appetite at the Start of Summer, and are particularly susceptible to summer heat. Children like to hang cooked eggs woven with colorful ropes, around their necks, as it is said that this can protect them from summer heat.

. Drinking porridge: According to historical records, there folk customs of eating porridge and hanging eggs during the Start of Summer solar term in ancient China. Folk tales say that drinking Start of Summer porridge on this day can ensure year of peace and health.

Above are the characteristics and customs of the Start of Summer solar term. These activities not only enrich people's lives but also reflect people's reverence for and their yearning for a better life.

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