Spring Begins History
Spring traditionally marks the end of Winter and the beginning of a season that signifies longer days and warmer temperatures. The first day of Spring is also know as the Vernal Equinox. This marks the day that the Suns path is directly over the equator. This day also contains equal amounts of day time and night time. This day typically occurs each year on March 20, and on March 21 on some years.
Facts about Spring Begins
- In 2015 the beginning of spring is Friday, March 20th.
- The First Day of Spring is also called the Vernal Equinox.
- The Vernal Equinox is the day of the year where there are exactly 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of dark in the Northern Hemisphere.
- On the vernal equinox, the Sun crosses the equator into the Northern Hemisphere. This has the effect of making the days longer in the Northern Hemisphere until the Summer Solstice occurs.
- The Egyptian Great Sphinx points directly at the Sun on this day.
Spring Begins Top Events and Things to Do
- Visit a nursery and purchase seeds or plants.
- Start your Spring cleaning.
- Plan your flower beds and garden.
- Put away winter clothes and prepare summer clothes.