Here comes a solar term full of vitality among the 24 traditional Chinese solar terms. That is Awakening of Insect
As the third solar term in the lunar year, its name alludes to the fact that animals sleeping in winter are awakened by spring thunder and that the earth begins to come back to life. It is the key time for spring agricultural activities.
What are the climate characteristics and customs of “Awakening of Insects”?Let's take a look
An old Chinese saying goes: "If the first spring thunder crashes before the Awakening of Insects solar term, there will be abnormal weather that year." The Awakening of Insects falls after the end of winter and before the beginning of spring. Wind during this period is an important factor in weather forecasting.
During this period, most parts of China experience the quickest rise in temperatures, with the average level reaching above 10 degrees Celsius, and there is a marked increase in sunshine, which provides good natural conditions for farming. Old Chinese sayings such as "once the Awakening of Insects comes, spring ploughing never rests" reveal the importance of this term to farmers. Eating pears around the Awakening of Insects is a widely-practiced custom in China. As the weather gets warmer and the air becomes dry, people tend to feel their mouths are parched and tongues dry, which can cause colds or coughs. A pear is sweet, juicy and cold, moistening the lungs to arrest a cough.
The lively spring is approaching us.
From now on, various viruses and bacteria are becoming active.
The unremitting efforts in the epidemic prevention and control work should be continuing.
On your way to work, always protect yourself.
When you are at home, do more readings and physical exercises are referable.
Wherever you are, seize the day and live up to the Spring time and you will gain a bumper harvest.
来源：人民日报
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