Li Chun 2026-Best Time to Deposit Money (Auspicious Hours by Zodiac)

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Li Chun (立春), also known as the Start of Spring, is widely regarded in Singapore as an auspicious day to deposit money for good financial luck in the year ahead.

In 2026, Li Chun falls on 4 February (Wednesday) in Singapore. Many people choose to make their deposit on this day as it symbolises a fresh financial beginning for the year.

👉 Below, we share the best auspicious timing to deposit money on Li Chun 2026, so you can do it right without overthinking.

Auspicious Time to Deposit Money on Li Chun 2026

On 4 February 2026, the commonly followed auspicious period to deposit money is:

🕒 3:00am to 9:00pm

Within this window, some people prefer to follow zodiac-based timing, which is believed to better align with personal luck.

Li Chun 2026 Deposit Money Timetable (By Zodiac)

Below is a commonly referenced Li Chun deposit money timetable, based on Singapore time:

• Rat: 7am – 9am

• Ox: 7am – 9am

• Tiger: 7am – 9am, 11am – 1pm, 7pm – 9pm

• Rabbit: 7am – 9am, 1pm – 3pm, 7pm – 9pm

• Dragon: 7am – 9am, 5pm – 7pm

• Snake: 7am – 9am, 5pm – 7pm

• Horse: 3am – 5am, 7am – 9am, 1pm – 3pm, 7pm – 9pm

• Goat: 7am – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Monkey: 7am – 9am, 9am – 11am

• Rooster: 7am – 9am, 9am – 11am

• Dog: 3am – 5am, 7am – 9am, 11am – 1pm

• Pig: 3am – 5am, 7am – 9am, 1pm – 3pm

💡Tip:
The 7am–9am slot is usually the busiest at bank ATMs. If you want to avoid queues, consider depositing during mid-day or evening slots instead.

How to Deposit Money on Li Chun

There’s no single “correct” way — Singaporeans commonly use:

1) ATM Cash Deposit

This is the traditional method, but queues are common during peak hours.

2) Online Banking / PayNow

Many people now choose internet banking, PayNow, or bank transfers to avoid crowds. As long as the transaction is completed on Li Chun, it is generally considered acceptable.

What If You Miss Your Zodiac Time?

If you’re unable to deposit during your specific zodiac hours:

• Try to deposit anytime between 3:00am and 9:00pm

• Or choose a less crowded timing that fits your schedule

For most people, depositing on Li Chun itself matters more than the exact time slot.

Quick Checklist

✔ Li Chun date: 4 February 2026
✔ Choose a suitable time slot
✔ Deposit via ATM or online banking
✔ Avoid peak hours if possible

Other Li Chun Traditions

• Balance an egg upright (立蛋 / “Li Dan”): A fun tradition where people try to stand an egg on its end. Some believe it symbolises good luck for the year.

• Eat spring rolls (春卷): Because Li Chun marks the start of spring (春), some families eat spring rolls to “welcome” the new season.

• Get some sunlight / go outdoors (接地气): Some people take a short walk or enjoy daylight as a symbolic “fresh start”.

Li Chun is a popular time to “start the year right” — and for many families, that includes planning reunion meals early.

If you’re arranging your feast, browse Chinese New Year 2026 catering and reunion dinner menus in Singapore on FoodLine.

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