How long until Spring?

How Many Days Until Spring?

Spring 2027 begins on Saturday, March 20, 2027. The live clock at the top of this page counts down the remaining days, hours, minutes, and seconds until the astronomical start of the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere.

Because the Earth’s orbit around the sun is slightly irregular, the precise date of the spring (vernal) equinox can shift between March 19, March 20, and March 21 depending on the year and your local timezone.

What Is the Spring Equinox?

The Spring Equinox is the astronomical moment when the sun crosses the celestial equator from south to north. On this day, the Earth’s axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun, resulting in nearly equal amounts of daylight and darkness (about 12 hours each) across the planet.

The word equinox is derived from the Latin words aequus (equal) and nox (night). Following the spring equinox, days grow progressively longer and warmer in the Northern Hemisphere, while the Southern Hemisphere transitions into autumn.

Equinox Dates and Exact Times (2026–2030)

Here is a table showing the dates of the Spring Equinox over the next few years:

Astronomical vs. Meteorological Spring

Astronomical spring is defined based on the position of the Earth in its orbit relative to the sun (the vernal equinox), starting around March 20.

Meteorological spring, on the other hand, is defined based on annual temperature cycles and the calendar. Under the meteorological definition, spring begins on March 1 and ends on May 31, consisting of March, April, and May. This provides a consistent period for climate statistics.

Seasons & Holiday Interlinking

Spring is the season of renewal. Track the progression of the year by checking our countdowns for the next seasons: Summer Solstice, Autumn Equinox, and Winter Solstice.