The spring equinox is here. What does that mean?
Spring gets its official start Tuesday in the Northern Hemisphere
By The Associated Press
Published - Mar 18, 2024, 01:12 AM ET
Last Updated - Mar 18, 2024, 01:12 AM EDT
Spring is almost here — officially, at least.
The vernal equinox arrives on Tuesday, marking the start of the spring season for the Northern Hemisphere.
But what does that actually mean? Here's what to know about how we split up the year using the Earth's orbit.