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Shuangjiang (霜降) — Frost's Descent
Around October 23-24; first frost arrives in northern regions; the last solar term of autumn.
Shuangjiang occurs at celestial longitude 210°, around October 23-24. First frost descends across northern China; the final solar term of autumn before winter formally begins.
Tradition: eating persimmons ("frost-treated" persimmons are sweetest), drinking warming soups. Climate: visible morning frost in the north; remaining autumn leaves turn brilliantly red.