Great Heat Arrives, Summer at Its Peak
Release time:
22 Jul,2024
Great Heat solar term
“Shu” means hot weather.
Great Heat refers to the peak of extreme heat.
Greater Heat is hotter than Lesser Heat.
“Damp-heat accumulation” reaches its peak at this time.
Great Heat is the time of year with the most thundershowers.
Rainfall is abundant, and high temperatures generally coincide with periods of heavy rain.
Concurrent rainfall and heat
Historical Origins
Great Heat is one of the twenty-four solar terms.
It is the last solar term of summer. When the Dipper points to Wei, the Sun’s ecliptic longitude reaches 120°, and the term begins between July 22 and 24 on the Gregorian calendar.
The Great Heat solar term falls around the middle of the “Dog Days” and is the hottest time of year, when the sun’s rays are at their strongest.
Customs of Great Heat
During the Great Heat solar term, customs include sun-drying galangal, drinking summer tea, burning incense, and cricket fighting. Moreover, different regions develop their own local festival traditions based on cultural characteristics; for example, in Zhejiang there is the custom of sending off a “Great Heat Boat.”
○ Sending “Great Heat Boats” in the Zhejiang Region
Offering the “Great Heat Boat” is a traditional folk custom in coastal areas of Zhejiang, especially in many fishing villages around Taizhou. Its purpose is to send off the “Five Saints” to sea, bidding farewell to the heat and praying for the safety and well-being of the people. The ceremony is accompanied by a rich variety of folk arts and performances.
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○ Sun-dried ginger in summer
Fujiang originates from Shanxi, Henan, and other regions of China. During the dog days of summer, ginger is sliced or juiced, mixed with brown sugar, placed in a container covered with cheesecloth, and left to sun-dry. Once thoroughly infused, it is consumed and is highly effective for conditions such as chronic cold stomach and wind-cold coughs, while also providing warming and health‑promoting benefits.
○ Drink Fu tea
Fu tea, as the name suggests, is a tea traditionally drunk during the dog days of summer. In ancient times, in many rural areas, it was customary for villagers to place tea at a pavilion at the village entrance, offering it free of charge to passersby. This fu tea is brewed from more than ten kinds of Chinese medicinal herbs, including honeysuckle, prunella, and licorice, and is known for its cooling and heat‑relieving properties.
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Summer Health Preservation During Great Heat
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Daily Living and Health Preservation
Drink more warm water and less cold beverages, and be sure to stay hydrated. With longer days and shorter nights in summer, it’s advisable to go to bed later and wake up earlier; taking a short nap at noon is a good way to replenish your energy and stamina.
02
Reduce exercise
Be more sedentary and less active; engage in gentler forms of exercise in the early morning and evening, avoiding strenuous activity.
03
Take precautions against the heat.
Take sun-protection gear when you go out, and try to avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the afternoon to prevent heatstroke due to inadequate protection.
04
Ensure adequate ventilation.
In summer, air-conditioned rooms are often kept closed for long periods, allowing bacteria to multiply rapidly; over time, this can easily lead to bacterial infections. If the system is not cleaned regularly, the health risks become even greater. Therefore, it’s important to ventilate and refresh the air in air-conditioned rooms every day.
Tips for Great Heat
During the Great Heat period, the weather is scorching.
Be sure to balance work with rest and avoid prolonged exposure to intense sunlight.
A light diet is recommended, with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Be mindful of cooling down indoors and stay properly hydrated.
Finally, remember to protect yourselves from the sun.
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