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On what date does the spring equinox occur in the Northern Hemisphere in 2026?
Answer
March 20
The spring (vernal) equinox in the Northern Hemisphere occurs on March 20, 2026 at 10:46 a.m. EDT, marking the astronomical beginning of spring.
💡 Did you know?
The exact date of the spring equinox varies yearly between March 19-21 due to the relationship between Earth's orbital period and our calendar system.
Other options people guess
- March 19
- March 21
- March 22
Topics
- spring equinox
- astronomy
- seasonal
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