Beginning Of Autumn — 2025 insights
Beginning Of Autumn立秋
Beginning of Autumn marks the 13th solar term. While temperatures remain high in many parts of China, the atmosphere gradually shifts toward crisp evenings.
Key dates
Gregorian date: 2025-08-07
Lunar date: Sixth lunar month, 14th day, 乙巳 year
Arrives around August 7 to 8
Seasonal origin
Though heat lingers, this term signals the first hint of autumn.
Seasonal verse
Summer cicadas soften their song, clouds thin like silk. Dew hints at cool nights ahead, leaves take on the faintest gold.
Customs
Families "bite autumn"—eating fruit such as pears or watermelons to protect the lungs. Some regions weigh children again to check summer weight loss.
Seasonal food
Honey pears, grapes, and lotus root soups moisturise the lungs. Stir-fried pumpkin tips and soybeans nourish the spleen after a humid summer.
Guidance
Transition gently between hot days and cooler nights. Add restorative soups and prioritise sleep to rebuild energy spent during summer.