Coldest Days (Sanjiu)
现在是三九天，难怪天气这么冷。
Xiànzài shì Sānjiǔtiān, nánguài tiānqì zhème lěng.
We are in the 'Sanjiu' period now, no wonder the weather is so cold.
Cultural Context
January 16 falls within the 'Sanjiu' period (Jan 9-17, 2026), which is traditionally considered the coldest part of winter.
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