Understanding soil moisture patterns is crucial for predicting and modeling soil moisture levels. A study in southwestern China looked at soil moisture at different depths in farmland and grassland. They found that soil moisture was higher in farmland, especially at depths of 10-50 cm. The surface had more variability in moisture levels. Soil moisture patterns were similar between different depths, but this similarity decreased with distance. Farmland had more consistent moisture patterns than grassland. Depth of soil had a bigger impact on moisture patterns than the type of land. Factors like humidity and precipitation had a greater influence on soil moisture than temperature. These findings can help predict deeper soil moisture levels and improve sampling strategies for more accurate predictions.