Spring 2026 starts on Friday, March 20, 2026, in the Northern Hemisphere.

Astronomical vs meteorological spring

  • Astronomical spring in 2026 begins at the March equinox on March 20, 2026, when the Sun crosses the celestial equator heading north.
  • The exact equinox moment is around 10:46 a.m. EDT (14:46 UTC), but for everyday use the date is simply given as March 20.
  • Meteorological spring, used by many weather services, runs from March 1 to May 31 in the Northern Hemisphere, so by that definition “spring 2026” starts on March 1, 2026.

Regional notes for 2026

  • In the US and Canada, calendars and observatories list the first day of spring 2026 as Friday, March 20, aligning with the equinox.
  • In the UK and much of Europe, the start of spring is likewise tied to the vernal equinox on March 20, 2026, though meteorological records may still mark March 1 as the seasonal start.
  • Websites that track seasonal countdowns and public “Spring Begins” observances also highlight March 20, 2026, as the key date people celebrate.

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