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When is the First Day of Spring?

Longer days are ahead, though Rohnert Park has had no shortage of sunshine this winter.

It may be hard to believe, but Spring hasn't quite started.

Wednesday marks the vernal equinox in the northern hemisphere and the first official day of Spring.

Of course, Rohnert Park has already logged plenty of spring-like, sunshine-filled days in 2013. The mild winter has resulted in below-normal rainfall and bright bursts of yellow daffodil blossoms.

But there's a chance of a rain starting Tuesday afternoon, according to AccuWeather.com, and some cloudy days at the end of the month. Check out the complete extended forecast here.

The Farmer's Almanac is predicting generally pleasant, spring weather across California in the coming months, with a chance of showers the first and third weeks of April.

The equinox means more daylight, warmer temperatures and the rebirth of flora and fauna, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. The word equinox is derived from the Latin words meaning “equal night,” according to the almanac. Days and nights are approximately equal, and the sun rises and sets due east and west.

Spring also means Easter is right around the corner (March 31) and vegetable garden-planting time has almost arrived.

Spring will last until June 21, and summer will carry on until the autumnal equinox on Sept. 22 at 4:44 p.m, according to the U.S. Naval Observatory.

What spring traditions do you have? Tell us in the comment section below!

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Don Richard Kite March 19, 2013 at 03:57 pm
I would enjoy a little competition among neighbors and neighborhoods in Rohnert Park. The focus would begin with 'curb appeal.' It is disturbing to view houses that are visual disaster zones among neighboring homes where reasonable steps have been taken to improve the look of their property.
If there is interest please contact me by Email and I will explain some details about this program that could be entertaining and increase the value of the neighborhood ... both visually and financially. Don Kite
Ernest Giono March 20, 2013 at 02:26 pm
I live in Rancho Grande Modular Home Park on Snyder. Check it out. All the homes are well maintained and some are really stunning. I am happy to be here. Nice neighbors, too.
Concerned Resident March 21, 2013 at 10:55 am
Happy Spring! Hope all may find peace by moving into the new season. Please take care of one another and let's end the violence in the city.
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