Minor Snow

Minor Snow, the 20th of the 24 solar terms and the second in winter, falls on November 22 or 23 each year in the Gregorian calendar. This year, it occurs on November 22. In China, Minor Snow reflects changes in precipitation and temperature. It is a period marked by frequent cold waves and strong cold air activity. In most regions, temperatures continue to drop, and precipitation shifts from rain to snow. According to folk traditions, it is advisable to eat warming and nourishing foods such as mutton and beef to ward off the cold. In some southern regions, there is a tradition of eating glutinous rice cakes. Snow cover helps insulate the soil, kills pests by freezing and provides moisture for crops, symbolizing a fruitful harvest in the coming year.