March 2026 Calendar

March 2026 has 31 days. March is one of seven months in the calendar year with 31 days (January, March, May, July, August, October, and December).

March 2026 starts on Sunday, March 1st, 2026. This means the month begins on a weekend, which is ideal for planning early-month weekend activities and events.

Daylight Saving Time 2026 begins on Sunday, March 8th at 2:00 AM. Clocks will spring forward one hour, giving us longer daylight hours in the evening. This occurs on the second Sunday of March. Remember to set your clocks ahead before going to bed on Saturday night!

St. Patrick's Day 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 17th. While not a federal holiday in the United States, it is widely celebrated with parades, festivals, wearing green, and Irish cultural events. Many cities host major parades, with New York, Boston, and Chicago having some of the largest celebrations.

No, March 2026 does not have any federal holidays in the United States. The previous federal holiday is Presidents' Day in February, and the next federal holiday after March is Memorial Day on the last Monday of May.

March 2026 has 23 weekdays (Monday through Friday) and 8 weekend days (Saturdays and Sundays). Since there are no federal holidays in March 2026, all 23 weekdays are standard working days for most businesses and federal employees.

Spring 2026 officially begins on Friday, March 20th at the vernal (spring) equinox. This is when the sun crosses the celestial equator, and day and night are approximately equal in length. After the equinox, days continue to get longer until the summer solstice in June.

Women's History Month is observed every March in the United States to celebrate the vital role of women in American history and contemporary society. The month features educational programs, exhibits, and events highlighting women's achievements and contributions to science, politics, arts, culture, and various fields throughout history.