In which season is Grain Rain?

Grain Rain Spring is the sixth solar term among the 24 solar terms and the last solar term in spring. At this time, the seedlings in the field are planted first, and the rain is most needed, so there is a saying that "spring rain is as expensive as oil". At this time, the eastern part of most parts of South China is abundant with rainfall of about 30 to 50 mm in late April of the year. The first heavy rain usually occurs during this period, which is beneficial to rice planting and the growth of corn and cotton at seedling stage. As the saying goes, "Rain gives birth to a hundred valleys". With sufficient and timely rainfall, cereal crops can thrive. Grain Rain solar terms have such a meaning.

"Twenty-four solar terms" is the product of ancient agricultural civilization, and agricultural production is closely related to the rhythm of nature. As one of the 24 solar terms, Grain Rain is naturally related to farming. The arrival of solar terms in Grain Rain means that the cold wave weather is basically over, and the temperature rises rapidly, which is beneficial to the growth of cereal crops.

Moreover, the seasonal rainfall in Grain Rain is sufficient and timely, and cereal crops can thrive. Therefore, Grain Rain is a good season for planting crops, and farmers should seize the favorable opportunity for spring ploughing.

Although Grain Rain has come, summer is not far away. However, this does not mean that the weather has completely warmed up, and the temperature in Grain Rain is still low in the morning and evening. Therefore, people should always pay attention to the weather changes to prevent colds and pay more attention to avoid getting wet.