Welcome Spring 2024: Unveiling the Vernal Equinox

Overview of the vernal equinox as the official start of spring in the Northern Hemisphere, happening on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

The 2024 spring equinox will occur at 11:06 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, March 19.

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Explanation of the vernal and autumnal equinoxes, with the sun directly overhead at noon, creating nearly equal day and night.

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Historical rarity of a spring equinox on March 21, with none occurring in the 21st century until 2101.

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Explanation of the discrepancy between Earth’s orbit duration and the calendar year causing the varying equinox dates.

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Distinction between meteorological spring, starting March 1, and astronomical spring marked by the equinox.

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Description of the March equinox marking the start of fall in the Southern Hemisphere, with changes in sunrises, sunsets, and weather.

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Discussion of equinox traditions, including egg standing and Nowruz, the Persian New Year.

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Dates for the next solstice and equinox, including summer solstice on June 20, autumnal equinox on September 22, and winter solstice on December 21.

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Overview of how different cultures celebrate the arrival of spring, including Easter and other festivals.

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Reflective note on the significance of spring as a time of renewal, growth, and new beginnings.

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