‘Worm Moon’ Will Mark the Arrival of Spring in March—Here’s What You Need to Know

‘Worm Moon’ Will Mark the Arrival of Spring in March—Here’s What You Need to Know
The full Worm Moon in mid-March heralds the beginning of spring and will be accompanied by a lunar eclipse. Shutterstock/1059SHU
Michael Wing
Michael Wing
Editor and Writer
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It might not be obvious just yet, but there are already signs that we’re nearing the end of the winter season.

Besides clear indicators such as longer daylight hours and the appearance of migrating birds, the March full moon—the Worm Moon—will soon tell of critters thawing below ground and in the bark of trees.

Michael Wing
Michael Wing
Editor and Writer
Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.