About First Day of Spring
The first day of spring — the spring equinox — marks the moment when the Sun crosses the celestial equator moving northward. Day and night are approximately equal length. In the UK, spring officially begins on 1 March meteorologically, but astronomically the spring equinox falls around 20 March each year.
The next First Day of Spring is on 20 March 2026 — a Friday — which is 2 days, approximately 0 weeks or 0.1 months away.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until the next First Day of Spring?
There are 2 days until the next First Day of Spring on 20 March 2026.
When is the next First Day of Spring?
The next First Day of Spring is on 20 March 2026, a Friday.
How many weeks until First Day of Spring?
There are approximately 0 weeks until First Day of Spring.
How many hours until First Day of Spring?
There are approximately 48 hours until First Day of Spring.
What day of the week is First Day of Spring?
The next First Day of Spring falls on a Friday, 20 March 2026.
When is the first day of spring/summer/autumn/winter 2026?
The First Day of Spring is on 20 March 2026.
What is the difference between meteorological and astronomical seasons?
Meteorological seasons start on the 1st of March, June, September and December. Astronomical seasons are determined by the solstices and equinoxes.