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. Startled, known in the ancient times as “qi qi”, is the third solar term in the 24 traditional Chinese solar terms Hibernation, refers to the hibernation of animals into the winter soil. Amazed, that is, the thunder of the heavens awakened all the sleeping things, so the English expression of amazement is Awakening of Insects.

   What  are the climate characteristics and customs of surprise? Let’s take a look together.

1.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.

2.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.

3.Fishing can provide mental and physical relaxation, especially for people living in the city. Driving to the suburbs, fishing in a lake, bathing in the sunlight, enjoying the singing birds, fragrant flowers and waving willows make for a perfect weekend in spring.

Shocked, the earth is back to spring
Those who have survived the winter
In the thunder of thunder
Usher in a new life ！