When does the season change in Animal Crossing?
Seasons in Animal Crossing change based on the real world's calendar, just like in real life! So when it's summer in the real world, it's summer in the game, and the same goes for fall, winter, and spring. This means if you're playing in the Northern Hemisphere setting, seasons will change at the end of each third month to match the actual season changes. Southern Hemisphere players will see the same changes, just in reverse order to align with their real-world seasons!
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Actually, the exact day the seasons change in Animal Crossing can vary a bit. It tends to follow the solstices and equinoxes closely, but the specific in-game events marking the change can shift around. Keep an eye on in-game announcements!
Short answer: when it does IRL. Spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. Just look out the window, and you'll have your answer!
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