March 20th 2014 - June 21st 2014
Spring was historically referred to as springing time, which eventually led to its name after many centuries of shortening the phrase. It is one of four seasons, directly following Winter. It is known as a time of re-growth and rejuvenation. Leaves return to trees, and animals awake from hibernation.
Interesting Facts about Spring
- The condition 'spring fever' actually holds some truth to it - due to changes in temperature, the body may experience psychological changes.
- Many bird species return to their homes during Spring - about 1800 birds migrate each year.
- In late Spring, hurricane season begins.
- Both Hawaii and Arizona choose not to participate in Daylight Savings Time.
- With Daylight Savings Time, people on average save about 1% in electricity costs.
- The idea of Daylight Savings Time was originally proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784.
- Flooding tends to be more common during this season due to melting snow and rain.
Information taken and summarized from ParkRideFlyUSA, Holiday Haven, & ThriftyMoment. W3C Validation.