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Solar Terms · Five Elements

Turn the Wheel, Live with the Season

Twenty-four solar terms mark the rhythm of the Chinese year. Spin the wheel to find today's term, its element, and one simple habit that fits the season.

The Wheel

Spin to your season

Tap the wheel or use the buttons. The pointer finds the term that governs today.

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    The 24 Terms

    A full year, in 24 steps

    FAQ

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    How is the current solar term calculated?

    Solar terms follow the sun's longitude — each begins when the sun reaches a multiple of 15°. The dates here are the modern standard dates, within a day or two each year.

    Does seasonal wellness actually work?

    Following natural rhythms — eating seasonally, sleeping with the light, moving with the weather — is a core TCM idea. It's general wellness guidance, not medical advice.

    How do the five elements map to the seasons?

    Spring is Wood, Summer is Fire, the long summer between them is Earth, Autumn is Metal, and Winter is Water. Each element shapes what your body needs most that season.