Rain Water comes second among the 24 solar terms, usually arriving between February 18 and 20 each year. "When the east winds thaw, all the snow and ice scatter and turn into water, then become rain, hence the name 'Rain Water'." Starting from this day, there will be more rainfall in most parts of China. People in the northern areas will have to start preparing for spring plowing, while those in southern areas have already begun this process.