While the 2024 vernal equinox falls on March 19, meteorological spring began at the start of the month. According to NASA, there are two types of seasons: meteorological and astronomical.

This vernal equinox is expected to officially begin at 5:01 a.m. ET on March 20, according to the Farmers’ Almanac. (But no need to set an alarm or anything, you can enjoy it throughout the day.) ...

This year, the Earth is at the vernal, or spring, equinox on March 19. "Basically, the sun's energy is in balance between the northern and southern hemispheres," the National Weather Service notes.

The shift is called the vernal equinox, halfway between the winter and summer solstices when the Earth tilts one hemisphere the farthest from the sun. Here's what to know about spring.

The vernal equinox marks the start of the spring season for the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what to know about how we split up the year using the Earth’s orbit.

The Northern Hemisphere’s spring — or vernal — equinox can land between March 19 and 21, depending on the year. Its fall – or autumnal — equinox can land between Sept. 21 and 24.

The Northern Hemisphere’s spring — or vernal — equinox can land between March 19 and 21, depending on the year. Its fall – or autumnal — equinox can land between Sept. 21 and 24.

The Northern Hemisphere’s spring — or vernal — equinox can land between March 19 and 21, depending on the year. Its fall – or autumnal — equinox can land between Sept. 21 and 24.