What are the 6 seasons in India?
The seasons remind us that change is a law of nature. It is also a sign of advancement. In India, the main reason for this is that there are names of the six seasons following an ancient Hindu calendar (the Lunisolar Hindu). The twelve months of the calendar are split into 6 seasons with two months each.
1. Spring Season (Vasant Ritu)
Spring in India is a time with a duration of two months, which is the months of March and April. According to the Hindu calendar, this period is celebrated during two months: Chaitra and Baisakh respectively.
It’s a lovely time of the year that averages temperatures of around 32 degrees centigrade. It is the season that begins after winter and will continue until the summer begins. The day gets longer, and the nights are shorter during this time of year.
The people get out of their blankets and woollen clothing and put on light clothes. It is a bright and joyous season. When the tree sheds its leaves, new leaves start appearing. Animals and birds too love this time of year and feel content in this time of year. Birds begin chirping, singing and butterflies begin to hover over the blossoms. Apart from that, many renowned Hindu celebrations are observed during this time of year, including Holi, Vasant Panchami, Gudi Padwa, Baisakhi, Hanuman Jayanti, and many others.
2. Summer (Grishma Ritu)
It’s also a 2-month duration season which includes two months, May and June. According to the Hindu calendar, this period is mostly observed within Jyeshta in Jyeshta and Aashaadha. At this time it is extremely hot in the majority of areas of India. The season begins on the final day of April and runs until the end of June. e.g. time after spring and before autumn.
The average temperature is around 38 degrees centigrade. The days are the longest during this time of year, while the night is the shortest. Because of the hot heat and sun’s rays the level of water in rivers, ponds, and ponds decreases, and the people, including birds, animals, and others. get uncomfortable and prefer to stay in as long as they can.
3. Monsoon (Varsha Ritu)
It is comprised of the months of July and August. According to the Hindu calendar, this period is in the month of Shravana as well as Bhadrapada (Sawan Bhado and Bhado). According to the name, the majority of India during this time of year enjoys rains.
In comparison to the summertime, days are shorter and the nights are longer at this time of year, and the average temperature is about 34 degrees Celsius. This is often referred to as the “green season” by people in the tourism industry.
The earth is covered with vegetation, birds sing in harmony, and the level of water increases in the canals, ponds, and rivers at this time of year. The sky is suffused with dark clouds just before it rains, and rainbows can be visible in the sky once the rain has stopped. The most important Hindu festivals celebrated during this season include Onam Krishna Janmashtami, Onam, and Raksha Bandhan.
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