I believe everyone is familiar with the 24 solar terms, but not everyone knows which solar term Guyu is. So, let’s take a look at which solar term Guyu is among the 24 solar terms. Introduction to the meaning of the Grain Rain solar term. The third month of the lunar calendar is a great time when flowers bloom and birds sing, and it is known as the Peach Moon and the Oriole Moon. Come to Shuimoxiansheng.com’s special topic on the third month of the lunar calendar in 2022 to learn more about the third month of the lunar calendar.Which solar term is Guyu among the 24 solar terms?Grain Rain is the sixth solar term among the twenty-four solar terms.The Grain Rain solar term is at the star Douzhichen; the sun's ecliptic longitude is 30°; and it falls on April 19th to 21st of the Gregorian calendar every year. Guyu is derived from the meaning of "rain brings forth all kinds of grains". At this time, precipitation increases significantly. The seedlings in the fields and the new crops need rain the most. If the rainfall is sufficient and timely, grain crops can thrive. Grain Rain, like Rain Water, Grain Full, Light Snow, Heavy Snow and other solar terms, is a solar term that reflects precipitation phenomena and is a reflection of the ancient farming culture on the festivals. Introduction to the meaning of the Grain Rain solar termGuyu, as the name suggests, means rain after sowing grain. In other words, this is the best time to sow seeds, transplant seedlings, and plant melons and beans.Because there will be more rainfall during the Grain Rain season, it is greatly beneficial to the growth of cereal crops. Around the time of Grain Rain is the best time to sow seeds, transplant seedlings, and plant melons and beans. Regarding the meaning of Grain Rain, the ancients once said that "rain brings forth hundreds of grains." "The snow stops in Qingming and the frost stops in Guyu." Meteorological experts say that Guyu is the last solar term in spring. The arrival of Guyu means that the cold wave weather is basically over, the temperature begins to rise, and the rainfall increases. The rainfall during this period is very important for the growth and development of cereal crops. Overwintering crops need rain to help them turn green and grow, and spring-sown crops also need rain for sowing and germination. Rain is greatly beneficial to the growth of cereal crops, so it is called "Gu Yu". |
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