How many hours of daylight occur on first day of spring? Spring 2024 begins next week
Gray and cloudy skies and chilly weather may make spring seem far away for Indiana, but it’s actually right around the corner.
The spring season begins March 19. Here’s what we know:
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Last day of winter 2024
The last day of winter is Monday, March 18, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
When is the first day of spring 2024?
The first day of spring is Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
When does 2024 spring start?
Spring 2024 starts on Tuesday, March 19.
How many hours of daylight occur on the first day of spring?
On the first day of spring, also known as the March equinox, the Northern and Southern Hemisphere will have also equal amounts of sunlight, according to Old Farmer’s Almanac. After the equinox, most places experience more daylight than darkness each day. Daylight will continue to increase until the summer solstice in June.
When is the spring equinox 2024?
The March equinox is slated for 11:06 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19 and refers to the time that the sun moves across the Earth’s equator, going from south to north, according to EarthSky. The March equinox kicks off the spring season in the Northern Hemisphere and the fall season in the Southern Hemisphere.
2024 spring equinox rituals, traditions
According to We’Moon, the spring equinox is a chance for new beginnings and balance in one’s life. There are plenty of spring equinox rituals and traditions to consider.
Plant seeds or garden
Wake up for sunrise
Create an altar dedicated to intentions and goals for the season
Have a bonfire
Do some spring cleaning
Go outside and enjoy nature
Brainstorm new goals and projects
Spiritual meaning of spring equinox 2024
The spring equinox and the start of the spring season celebrate an awakening and rebirth of the Earth, as well as growth. It’s a joyful time as the planet shifts from the dark months to warmer, lighter days, according to The Seasonal Soul. It also recognizes balance and new beginnings.
“This equinox is the representation of new life and light, new beginnings, path, and seeds,” according to The Wellbeing Consultants. “It will be the time of new beginnings, renewal, and growth. We can say that this equinox is definitely the best period of the year, in order to focus on some new projects, or get rid of something which doesn’t serve us anymore, and to find the balance we need in life.”
Amazon Spring Sale 2024
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Aries dates 2024
In 2024, the Aries dates are from March 20 to April 19, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. The dates shift slightly each year due to the position of the zodiac.
First day of spring training 2024
According to the MLB, spring training began on Feb. 22 with a face-off between the Dodgers and Padres at the Cactus League showdown.
MLB spring breakout schedule
Spring breakout began Thursday, March 14 and concludes Sunday, March 17. The schedule is as follows:
ThursdayReds 4, Rangers 1 Pirates 3, Orioles 1
Friday2:05 p.m. ET – Marlins @ Cardinals3:10 p.m. ET – Nationals @ Mets4:10 p.m. ET – Padres @ Mariners 5:05 p.m. ET – White Sox @ Cubs7:05 p.m. ET – Giants @ Athletics
Saturday1:05 p.m. ET – Braves @ Red Sox 1:05 p.m. ET – Phillies @ Tigers 4:05 p.m. ET – Blue Jays @ Yankees 4:05 p.m. ET – Rays @ Twins 7:05 p.m. ET – Guardians @ Reds7:10 p.m. ET – Dodgers @ Angels7:10 p.m. ET – D-backs @ Rockies
Sunday10:05 a.m. ET – Astros @ Cardinals4:05 p.m. ET – Brewers @ Royals
This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: First day of Spring 2024: March equinox is Tuesday, March 19
