The Outside Story shows how wildlife learns when spring has arrived due to the days lengthening with the season.

Residents of North Carolina are already enjoying the longer days, but the first day of spring is still not here just yet. The first official day of spring for 2026 will help usher in the weekend.

PORTLAND (WGME) --Spring officially makes its debut on Friday, bringing longer days, milder temperatures, and a gradual shift toward the warmth of summer. The vernal equinox arrives at 10:46 a.m. on ...

Spring officially begins at 10:46 a.m. ET on Friday, March 20, 2026, with the arrival of the vernal equinox (spring equinox).

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