Spring Equinox — 2025 insights
Spring Equinox春分
Spring Equinox divides the season equally. Temperatures climb, plants flourish, and farmers intensify fieldwork across China.
Key dates
Gregorian date: 2025-03-20
Lunar date: Second lunar month, 21st day, 乙巳 year
Arrives around March 20 to 21
Seasonal origin
Day and night balance perfectly; spring energy reaches a midpoint.
Seasonal verse
Half spring, half cool shade—buds stretch while dew sparkles. Swallows return to the eaves, weaving nests beneath drifting clouds.
Customs
Families fly kites to send worries skyward. Schools hold "egg balancing" games, a playful reminder of equilibrium.
Seasonal food
Fresh spinach, peas, and amaranth greens appear on tables. Sweet herbal teas soothe throats as dust pollen increases.
Guidance
Maintain balance—alternate focused work with restorative breaks. Gentle yoga or tai chi keeps the body limber while emotions stay centred.