When spring starts
Astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere begins at the March equinox, which falls on Saturday, March 20, 2027. Meteorologists count spring from March 1, which keeps their seasonal records tidy. Either way, it's the point where days start to be longer than nights.
Light comes back fast
After the winter solstice on December 21, days grow slowly at first, then quickly. Around the equinox, many places in the US gain two to three minutes of daylight every day. Daylight saving time starts on March 14, 2027, a week before the equinox, so evenings suddenly feel much brighter.
Things to look forward to
Cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C. usually peak in late March or early April. Easter 2027 is early, on March 28. Gardeners can start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost, which means late January or February for many areas. If winter's dragging, having a date in the calendar honestly helps.
Southern Hemisphere
In Australia, Argentina and South Africa, the March equinox marks the start of autumn.
Related
See first day of spring, when daylight saving time starts and days until summer 2027.