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Yushui (雨水) — Rain Water
Around February 18-20; precipitation increases and shifts from snow to rain in much of China.
Yushui occurs at celestial longitude 330°, around February 18-20. Snow gives way to rain across most of China; rivers and groundwater begin replenishing. Spring planting preparation begins in southern regions.
Folk customs include "filial visits" — daughters bringing gifts to parents. Health note: cold-warm transitions stress the spleen and stomach; traditional Chinese medicine recommends warm congee and avoiding raw cold foods.