Start of Winter (Lidong) Countdown

Start of Winter Countdown: Core Features and Principles

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.

Why Choose Our Start of Winter Countdown?

• Automatically calculates the exact time of Lidong each year without the need to manually enter dates or check an almanac.
• Real-time countdown updates down to the second, dynamically displaying the remaining time to ensure accurate and reliable data.
• Supports switching between different years to view future Lidong dates, making long-term planning and solar term comparisons easy.

How to Use

1. Visit the Start of Winter Countdown tool page.
2. The page will automatically load and display the remaining time until Lidong for the current year.
3. Click the "Switch to 2025" button to view the countdown for other years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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.

Important Notes

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.

Technical Notes & Suggestions

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.