Spring Equinox 2023

After the long winter blues, it’s time to welcome the Spring Equinox 2023, which marks the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. This year, the equinox falls on March 20 and brings with it a perfect balance of day and night, marking the beginning of longer days and warmer weather.

Understanding Spring Equinox

The Spring Equinox happens due to the Earth’s tilt at an angle of 23.5 degrees on its axis. This angle results in the uneven distribution of sunlight between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres during different seasons. During the spring equinox, the sun passes directly over the equator, resulting in equal daylight and darkness in most parts of the world. However, the length of day and night may vary slightly depending on your location.

Cultural Celebrations of Equinox

The Spring Equinox has cultural significance in many parts of the world. In Persian culture, the Spring Equinox marks the beginning of the New Year, known as Nowruz. The festival is celebrated with new clothes, cleaning of homes, and preparing a special dish called “sabzi polo mahi.” In China, the Spring Equinox is celebrated with the “trying to stand egg upright” game, where people try to balance an egg on its end. In Japan, the equinox is a public holiday celebrated through family gatherings and visiting the graves of family members.

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs