March
Month #3 • 31 days
Spring Season
Origin of the Name
Named after Mars, the Roman god of war. In ancient Rome, March marked the beginning of the military campaign season after winter.
About March
March marks the arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere with the vernal equinox. It's a month of renewal and growth.
Birthstone: Aquamarine
Aquamarine's sea-blue color symbolizes calmness, clarity, and courage. Sailors believed it protected them during ocean voyages.
Zodiac Signs
Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)
Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19)
Notable Days in March
- •St. Patrick's Day (March 17)
- •Spring Equinox (around March 20)
- •Daylight Saving Time begins
Fun Facts About March
March was originally the first month of the Roman calendar year
The phrase "March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb" refers to the weather
March Madness - the NCAA basketball tournament - takes place this month
The birthstone aquamarine gets its name from Latin "aqua marina" meaning "sea water"