The first day of spring is marked by the spring equinox, also known as the vernal equinox.

Here's the exact time spring starts in 2026, plus global traditions and debunked myths.

The first day of spring in 2026 is March 20. The spring equinox marks the moment the sun crosses the celestial equator, resulting in nearly equal day and night lengths. The date of the spring equinox ...

Friday morning, March 20, marks the triumphant return of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Spring is a glorious, warm season after the harsh cold of winter—filled with light and more sun-induced ...

Warmer weather is straight ahead as each day grows minutes longer. While Old Man Winter certainly has more tricks up his sleeves this month, millions of Americans are already looking ahead to milder ...

The days are growing longer and warmer, a sign that spring is near and daylight savings time begins soon. Here's when to set the clocks forward for the 2026 time change and daylight saving time start ...