Mars was originally the first month of the year in older versions of the Roman calendar because of its association with the first day of spring. The spring or March equinox occurs during this month and falls on the 19th, 20th or 21st day. March also marked the beginning of the war after the winter months.
January became the first month of the calendar year around 700 BCE. Although January 1st is New Year's Day, many cultures and religions still celebrate the beginning of the New Year in March.
Third month of the year
March is the third month of the calendar year Julian and Gregorian which consists of 31 days. It was the first month of the year in the Roman calendar of 10 months. It is considered the seasonal equivalent of September in the opposite hemisphere.
March begins on the same day of the week as February and November and ends on the same day of the week as June, the ordinary year.
