Due to the way our atmosphere refracts (bends) sunlight, we actually get a few extra minutes of daylight on the equinox. Furthermore, the sun is technically up for more than 12 hours on the equinox because we define sunrise as the moment the top edge of the sun appears, not the center. So, on the first day of spring, the day actually wins the tug-of-war against the night!
There is a reason you might feel more energetic during this season, and it’s not just the warmer weather. spring season fun facts
The birds are chirping a little louder, the days are stretching a little longer, and there is a distinct scent of rain and earth in the air. That’s right—winter is finally packing its bags, and spring has sprung! Due to the way our atmosphere refracts (bends)