Every year, in the end of February/beginning of March, the weather changes. There is inevitably that one strangely warm day, where the sun shines, and all signs of snow disappear, even if only for a moment. The trees begin to change, and even if there are still super cold days in the mix, everyone knows that winter is on the decline. And with this means the start of everyone’s favorite season, spring. Spring fever is upon us all, so here are a few reasons why spring is the greatest season:

1. Obvious reason: warmer weather.

2. And with that, spending more time outside.

3. The glorious feeling of being on spring break.

4. Pool/beach weather begins.

5. You can drink iced coffee again.

6. And eat ice cream.

7. Pretty much all types of cold foods/drinks.

8. It is warm enough to wear sandals — no more boots.

9. You don’t have to put on that heavy parka anymore either — the transition to warm-weather clothes begins.

10. It marks the beginning of music festival season.

11. And the end of being stuck inside your room whenever the weather is super bad.

12. It is socially acceptable to wear sunglasses pretty much every day.

13. Baseball fans can feel alive once again with spring training.

14. School/work is slowing down.

15. The list could really go on and on…

16. But, the best reason of all: With spring comes the promise of the impending summer.