The implication of rain on Valentine's Day in China

The weather on the seventh day of July is related to the weather that follows. The agricultural proverb "It rains on July 7th, and it rains continuously on October 1st" is such an expression.

The peasant proverb "It rains on July 7th, but it rains continuously on October 1st" not only reveals the relationship between the weather on Tanabata Day and the subsequent climate, but also has a certain influence on the growth of crops.

For example, the rain on Tanabata will cause trouble to the growth of corn. After July 7th, corn entered the filling stage, which required sufficient light to promote the accumulation of dry matter in grains, thus increasing the yield. But rain will reduce the amount of light and reduce the growth effect of corn.

In addition, in the case of continuous rainfall, pests and diseases are more likely to occur, which further affects the normal filling process of corn and leads to a decline in yield. This also applies to other crops, such as soybeans, peanuts, rice and so on. All of them enter the late growth stage after the seventh day of July, which requires high light. Therefore, the rain on Tanabata will adversely affect the growth and harvest of crops.

The relationship between Qixi custom and weather

Tanabata also has various customs in different areas, most of which are carried out outdoors. However, if it rains continuously on Tanabata, it will inevitably affect the holding of these customs. Take the custom of "worshipping Seven Sisters" in Guangdong (Fujian and Taiwan call it "worshipping seven mothers") as an example. People will go to the temple to worship Seven Sisters on Tanabata night.

But if it rains heavily, many people may not want to go in the rain, which will reduce the festive atmosphere. The same situation will also appear in the customs of other places, such as the worship of cowherd, the worship of land Lord and Kuixing. So the weather on Tanabata will also affect the festive atmosphere in rural areas.

Valentine's Day in China is a day for many couples to date and play. Then, if it rains unfortunately on Tanabata, it may bring some troubles to couples. Originally a romantic festival, it was disappointing because of the heavy rain. But in fact, the rain will also bring some unexpected surprises. For example, romantic moments in the rain will add more warmth to love.