When is March Equinox 2026?

March Equinox falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Friday, March 20, 2026 and the last is Saturday, March 21, 2026, across 149 countries.

March Equinox in Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) (Abidjan)

March Equinox 2026 by country

Questions about March Equinox

When is March Equinox in 2026?

It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on March 20 and March 21. The table above shows the date for each country.

Which countries celebrate March Equinox?

March Equinox is marked in 149 countries: Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh and Barbados, and 137 more.

Is March Equinox a public holiday?

In 2026 it's listed as an observance or regional holiday rather than a nationwide day off. Check the table for each country.

Other holidays around the same time

• Labour Day March 2
• Independence Day January 1
• Mother's Day February 8
• Father's Day January 4
• Eid al-Fitr March 18
• Constitution Day January 7
• Daylight Saving Time starts March 8
• Emancipation Day March 22
• Martyrs' Day January 4
• National Heroes' Day January 20
• Youth Day February 11
• Lailat al-Qadr March 15