The Shishir season is considered beneficial for health, as the cold weather helps to rejuvenate the body and mind. The dry air and gentle sunshine make it an ideal time for outdoor activities, such as walking, hiking, and yoga. Traditional Indian medicine, Ayurveda, recommends various remedies and therapies during Shishir, including the use of warm oils and herbs to nourish the skin and promote overall well-being.

Here’s where Shishir gets tricky. While the weather is still cold, the sun’s angle is changing. Ayurveda teaches that Shishir is the season when (the water/earth energy) begins to accumulate.

The , often known as Shishir Ritu , marks the peak of winter in the traditional Indian calendar. Spanning from mid-January to mid-March , it is the coldest of the six Vedic seasons, characterized by biting winds, morning frost, and the slow awakening of nature before spring.