Birds are chirping, the skies are clear, and that can only mean one thing ― spring is near. The first day of spring, also known as the vernal equinox, is fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere.

Warmer weather is straight ahead as each day grows minutes longer. While Old Man Winter likely has a few more tricks up his sleeves early this month, millions of Americans are already looking ahead to ...

The vernal equinox, marking the first day of spring, occurs on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. ET. An equinox happens when the sun's rays are directly over the equator, resulting in ...

As winter wanes and the first signs of spring begin to emerge, many home gardeners find themselves itching to dig into the soil and get their plants growing. But when is the best time to start ...