Spring Equinox 2025 Marks Start of New Season Worldwide

The astronomical event occurred at 5:01 a.m. EDT, bringing nearly equal day and night lengths and cultural celebrations globally.

The spring equinox officially began on March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. EDT, marking the start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.
During the equinox, Earth's axis is neither tilted toward nor away from the sun, resulting in nearly equal daylight and darkness worldwide.
The event is celebrated through cultural traditions, including Nowruz in Iran and gatherings at Chichen Itza in Mexico, symbolizing renewal and rebirth.
The equinox heralds longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere, with seasonal changes already underway in many regions.
Astronomically, the equinox aligns with Aries season, representing themes of initiation and transformation in astrology.