Accurately calculates the remaining time until the Start of Winter (Lidong) solar term. Displays real-time days, hours, minutes, and seconds to help you plan for the winter season.
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Lidong, or the Start of Winter, is the solar term that marks the beginning of winter in the traditional 24 solar terms, occurring annually on November 7th or 8th of the Gregorian calendar. It signifies the transition to colder weather and the storing of crops. Based on precise astronomical algorithms, this tool automatically calculates the remaining days, hours, minutes, and seconds until the exact moment of Lidong for the current year. No manual input is required—simply open the page to view the real-time countdown.
Q: Does the Start of Winter (Lidong) fall on the same day every year?
A: No. Lidong typically occurs on November 7th or 8th of the Gregorian calendar, but the exact time varies slightly each year. This tool uses astronomical algorithms for precise calculations.
Q: Does this tool require an internet connection?
A: Yes. The countdown data updates in real time. If you close the page, you will need to revisit it to get the latest results.
This tool calculates based on Beijing Time (CST); please ensure your device's time settings are accurate. The countdown display requires the page to remain open; refreshing or closing the page will restart the calculation. This tool exclusively provides a countdown for the Start of Winter (Lidong) solar term and does not support other solar terms or custom dates.
The exact moment of the Start of Winter (Lidong) is determined when the sun reaches the celestial longitude of 225°, which fluctuates slightly each year. For example, Lidong in 2023 was on November 8th at 00:25, while in 2024 it falls on November 7th at 06:18. We recommend checking the countdown a week before Lidong to properly prepare for the cold and adjust your winter diet accordingly.
