Spring Equinox
Wondering when the spring equinox is or what it means? Here’s when it happens and how this special day marks the first day of spring.
When is the Spring Equinox?
Spring Equinox – Friday, March 20, 2026
The spring equinox usually falls on March 19, 20, or 21, depending on the year and time zone.
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| Spring Equinox | Year | Day of the week | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Equinox | 2025 | Thursday | March 20, 2025 |
| Spring Equinox | 2026 | Friday | March 20, 2026 |
| Spring Equinox | 2027 | Saturday | March 20, 2027 |
| Spring Equinox | 2028 | Monday | March 20, 2028 |
| Spring Equinox | 2029 | Tuesday | March 20, 2029 |
| Spring Equinox | 2030 | Wednesday | March 20, 2030 |
| Spring Equinox | 2031 | Thursday | March 20, 2031 |
| Spring Equinox | 2032 | Friday | March 19, 2032 |
| Spring Equinox | 2033 | Sunday | March 20, 2033 |
| Spring Equinox | 2034 | Monday | March 20, 2034 |
| Spring Equinox | 2035 | Tuesday | March 20, 2035 |
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What is the Spring Equinox?
The spring equinox is the moment when day and night are nearly equal in length, signaling a shift in the seasons.
It marks the official first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and a time of renewal, balance, and fresh beginnings.
Spring Equinox – Also Known As…
The Spring Equinox is also called the Vernal Equinox or the March Equinox, depending on tradition or region.
All these names refer to the same celestial event that welcomes the return of longer days and the start of spring.
Is the Spring Equinox a Public Holiday?
No, the spring equinox is not a federal holiday in the U.S., but it is an important seasonal marker observed in various cultural and spiritual traditions.
How is the Spring Equinox Celebrated?
🌸 Welcoming spring with gardening or outdoor activities
🌱 Spring cleaning rituals or fresh starts
🌞 Enjoying more daylight and warmer weather
🧘 Celebrating balance, renewal, and nature
Interesting Facts About the Spring Equinox
• “Equinox” comes from Latin, meaning “equal night”—from aequus (equal) and nox (night).
• Ancient cultures, like the Mayans and Egyptians, aligned temples and monuments with equinox sunrises.
• In Japan, the equinox is a national holiday focused on honoring ancestors.
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