Sun, Shadow, and Spring: A Guide to the March Equinox
By Jake "Trailblazer" Thompson | Published 2026-03-21T15:05:36.085Z
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EQUINOX -- The chill of winter is fading, replaced by the promise of warmth, blooming flowers, and longer days. In the Northern Hemisphere, the March ...
EQUINOX -- The chill of winter is fading, replaced by the promise of warmth, blooming flowers, and longer days. In the Northern Hemisphere, the March equinox acts as the official gateway to spring.But what exactly is an equinox, why does it happen, and why is it celebrated so widely across the globe? Here is your essential guide to understanding the astronomical turning point that welcomes the season of renewal.1. What is the March Equinox, Exactly?The word "equinox" comes from the Latin words a