This period, from roughly 22nd November to 7th December, signifies increasing cold, the beginning of light snow and traditions like food preservation and preparation for harsher winter conditions.

The Minor Snow (Xiǎo Xuě) solar term includes three 5-day pentads that symbolise the deeper transition into winter, marked by The hiding of rainbows, Leaf fall complete, even the light grows cold The descent of Earthly Qi and the ascent of celestial Qi and the overall stasis and dormancy of nature, Teasel brush silhouettes shiver & Robins defend winter territory