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When is the spring equinox?
Saturday, 20 March 2027 · 20:24 GMT
The spring equinox 2027 is on Saturday, 20 March 2027 — that's 210 days from today. It happens at 20:24 GMT.
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Happening now
At the spring equinox day and night are close to equal length, and astronomical spring begins.
How the date is worked out
The moment the Sun crosses the celestial equator heading north — usually 20 March, sometimes the 19th or 21st.
The spring equinox dates
| Year | Date | Day | Countdown |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20 March | Wednesday | 2 years ago |
| 2025 | 20 March | Thursday | 17 months ago |
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | 5 months ago |
| 2027 | 20 March | Saturday | in 7 months |
| 2028 | 20 March | Monday | in 19 months |
| 2029 | 20 March | Tuesday | in 3 years |
| 2030 | 20 March | Wednesday | in 4 years |
| 2031 | 20 March | Thursday | in 5 years |
Frequently asked
How many days until the spring equinox?
210 days — Saturday, 20 March 2027.
Which day of the week does the spring equinox fall on in 2027?
Saturday.
Is the spring equinox always on the same date?
The moment the Sun crosses the celestial equator heading north — usually 20 March, sometimes the 19th or 21st.
When is the spring equinox in 2028?
Monday, 20 March 2028.
When was the spring equinox in 2026?
Friday, 20 March 2026 — 5 months ago.