Spring officially begins at 10:46 a.m. ET on Friday, March 20, 2026, with the arrival of the vernal equinox (spring equinox).

As flowers bloom all around us and birds chirp in the trees, you might ask: “When does spring start in 2026?” That depends on who you ask. While meteorologists mark the start of spring on March 1, ...

WASHINGTON — It's far from clear if the weather is planning to cooperate, but spring arrives — technically, at least — Friday. The vernal equinox arrives on Friday, marking the start of the spring ...

Friday may get off to a dreary, wet start, but spring will soon bring sunshine and blooming flowers. Local National Weather Service offices forecast cloudy skies, with a chance of rain or snow, ...