{"id":61379,"date":"2026-03-01T17:44:28","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T17:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greenschoolsgreenfuture.org\/?p=61379"},"modified":"2026-03-05T02:57:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T02:57:12","slug":"march-equinox-the-beginning-of-astronomical-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greenschoolsgreenfuture.org\/fr\/march-equinox-the-beginning-of-astronomical-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"March Equinox: The Beginning of Astronomical Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"
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What is the March Equinox?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The upcoming climate phenomenon called March equinox \u2013 also called the vernal equinox \u2013 is a quiet but very important day in the year. In 2026, March 20th will mark the day when the Northern Hemisphere will begin to transition to spring weather. At the same time, the Southern Hemisphere will transition to autumn.<\/span><\/p>\n

The equinox happens because our planet\u2019s seasons come from Earth rotating on an axis. It always points in the same direction, but can tilt.<\/span><\/p>\n

The word \u201cequinox\u201d comes from the Latin \u201caequinoctium\u201d, with \u201caequa\u201d meaning equal and \u201cnox\u201d meaning night. On the day of an equinox, night and day last roughly  the same duration around the globe.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

While the day itself is not affected by the Earth\u2019s changing climate, the equinox invites certain key changes to both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. <\/span><\/p>\n

Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere<\/b><\/h2>\n

In the North, the equinox brings on earlier sunrises, later sunsets, softer winds, and budding plants.<\/span><\/p>\n

During the spring equinox, many cultures traditionally celebrate the coming of the season as a time for change and growth. In Christian traditions, Easter celebrates spiritual renewal and hope. The Holi festival celebrated in Hinduism is also a time of finding joy as winter changes to spring. Those who observe this tradition throw coloured powders, which represent springtime colours.<\/span><\/p>\n

Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere<\/b> <\/span><\/h2>\n

In the South, the equinox brings later sunrises, earlier sunsets, chillier winds, and dry, falling leaves.<\/span><\/p>\n

While celebrations for this half of the globe are not as widespread as traditions marking the coming of spring, cultures in the South hemisphere may use this time to reflect. By reflecting, they can prepare for getting through the winter. People may also plan how to make better use of the next spring by asking themselves questions such as:<\/span><\/p>\n