The spring equinox comes already loaded with good energy. It marks the first day of a warm season, when flowers bloom, people go outside more, are more cheerful and leave behind the oppressive state of winter. But for certain signs, this day will be even more magical.
This year, the vernal equinox falls on Friday, March 20. It occurs when the Sun is directly above the Equator, and marks the moment when day and night are of equal length. From here on in the Northern Hemisphere, the days will get longer and longer until the summer solstice in June.
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It is an astronomical event, but also an astrological one. According to astrologer Babs Cheung, the spring equinox is the “New Year’s Day” of the cosmos. “It marks the exact moment the Sun enters Aries, resetting the zodiac cycle and ushering in a season of unbridled vitality and rebirth,” she tells Bustle. Think of it as a reboot.
To celebrate the equinox, many people spring clean and refresh their wardrobes. “It’s a good time to switch out your winter clothes for warm-weather clothes and try them on,” says Cheung. It’s also the perfect time to throw a party, celebrate seasonal foods, and set intentions for the months ahead. For these three signs, the day will be really special.
Aries (March 20 – April 18)
Aries season is all about you.
“The equinox is mainly about Aries,” says Cheung. As the first sign of the astrological year, this is your time to shine. “With the Sun moving into the 1st House of Identity, you’re the star of the show,” she says. “This year, the moment is all the stronger because Mercury returns to direct in this very window.”
Mercury, the planet of communication, will provide a real megaphone to your subconscious mind during this period. “Your dreams are strong, your intuition is sharp, and your ability to function effectively is finally back online,” she says. “Not only do you know what you want, but you have the fuel to get it.”
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To tap into this energy, spend the day setting intentions, manifesting goals, and setting some plans in motion. It’s a good time to get out, network, rekindle your social life after a lazy winter, and go on more first dates. “Don’t just dream, do,” says Cheung. “This is your action phase.” Of course, the first day of spring is also the perfect time to start planning your birthday.
Libra (September 22 – October 21)
Libra can celebrate the spring equinox by going on a date.
Libra is set to have the most romantic spring equinox ever. “The 7th House of Partnerships is lit by the Sun in Aries, making you the luckiest sign in love right now,” says Cheung. “Communication becomes clearer, making it easier to synchronize schedules and turn those meetings into real plans.”
If you’re already talking to someone, expect more attention, both in apps and in real life. “With Venus also in fiery Aries, the energy is intense,” she says. “Suiters aren’t just interested, they’re very quick to win you over. If you’ve been waiting for that rom-com moment, this is it.”
According to Cheung, now is the time to have fun. “If you want to explore more options, you have the green light,” she says. Start swiping, chatting and dating. Make connections and experience some first kisses — just wait until Taurus season to make things official. For now, it’s all about feeling good.
For Libras already in a relationship, on March 20 the chemistry with their partner will be at a very high level. To enjoy it, go out to the park, have a picnic and let yourself be carried away by the romance. It will be a day full of tender gestures and affection on sight.
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