小雪
Term 20 of 24 · Winter
Date
November 22, 2026
Lunar Date
10/14
Day of Week
Sunday
Xiaoxue indicates the arrival of light snow in northern regions. Temperatures continue to drop but heavy snowfall has not yet begun.
Preparing cured meats and sausages (腊肉, 腊肠) is a major tradition. In some areas, people eat ciba (糍粑, glutinous rice cakes). Indoor activities increase.