First Day of Spring 2027

The first day of spring 2027 is Saturday, March 20, 2027 in the Northern Hemisphere, at 20:25 UTC (the March equinox). The meteorological first day of spring is March 1.

First day of spring dates, 2027-2032

Astronomical vs meteorological spring

• Astronomical: starts at the March equinox (March 20 in 2027). This is the date most calendars and news reports call the first day of spring.
• Meteorological: starts on March 1 and always lasts three full months, so weather records line up with the calendar.
• Southern Hemisphere: the same moment starts autumn.
• At an equinox the Sun is directly above the equator, and day and night are close to equal length everywhere on Earth. The days are getting longer in the Northern Hemisphere.

FAQ

When is the first day of spring in 2027?

The astronomical first day of spring 2027 (March equinox) is Saturday, March 20, 2027, at 20:25 UTC. The date can be a day earlier or later in your time zone. The meteorological first day of spring is always March 1.

Why does the first day of spring change from year to year?

A calendar year (365 days) is slightly shorter than the 365.24 days Earth takes to circle the Sun, so the March equinox arrives about six hours later each year and then jumps back after a leap year. That is why the date moves between two or three days.

What is the difference between astronomical and meteorological spring?

Astronomical spring starts at the March equinox, which depends on Earth's tilt and orbit. Meteorological spring covers three whole calendar months starting on March 1, which makes weather statistics easier to compare year to year.

Is it spring in the Southern Hemisphere at the same time?

No. The seasons are opposite. When it is the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, it is the first day of autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.

What day is the first day of spring in 2028?

It is Monday, March 20, 2028 (UTC).

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