Spring Equinox (Chūnfēn)
Day and night are of equal length — the midpoint of spring. Afterward, days grow progressively longer.
Spring Equinox (Chūnfēn) — Dates by Year
| Year | Gregorian Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3/20 | Wed |
| 2025 | 3/20 | Thu |
| 2026← this year | 3/20 | Fri |
| 2027 | 3/21 | Sun |
| 2028 | 3/20 | Mon |
| 2029 | 3/20 | Tue |
| 2030 | 3/20 | Wed |
Introduction
The Spring Equinox is the fourth solar term, falling around March 20–22 when the sun reaches 0° (the vernal equinox point). Day and night are exactly equal in length worldwide. After the equinox, the Northern Hemisphere's days grow longer than nights. "Fēn" (分) means equal division — the equinox is both the midpoint of spring and, astronomically, the start of the spring season.
Climate in Taiwan
By the Spring Equinox, Taiwan's weather is warmly pleasant — northern Taiwan averages 18–24°C with frequent spring rains. Cherry blossoms, peach blossoms, and tung flowers are in full bloom. Alishan's Yoshino cherry festival and Wuling Farm's peach blossoms peak around this time, making it one of Taiwan's most beautiful seasons for travel and outdoor photography.
Egg-Balancing Tradition
The most beloved Spring Equinox tradition is balancing eggs upright — legend holds that on this day, special gravitational balance makes eggs easier to stand. Whether physics or folklore, the challenge of standing an egg on end with patience and a steady hand is a fun activity enjoyed by all ages. Schools and families across Taiwan try this challenge every year on the equinox.
Wellness
The Spring Equinox calls for balancing yin and yang in diet and lifestyle. Avoid extremes — neither too cold (raw seafood) nor too hot (spicy hotpot). Increasing sun exposure helps the body produce vitamin D after the grey winter months. Those prone to allergies should be vigilant: spring pollen allergies, asthma, and hay fever peak around this time, so keep antihistamines on hand.