Spoiler alert: It's all about the warmth, the scents, and the hormones

Ever wondered why springtime is such a peculiar season? And with everyone eager to find the right partner? Read on for a full scientific explanation. 

Springtime is when nature gets back in touch with the sun and its many benefits. Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and there's romance in the air. But why is it so? Why is springtime associated with romance? 

There are many reasons why spring is the season of falling in love. And those reasons work together. So, you will need to understand the different mechanisms in play. And these explanations are all backed by science. 

Here are the 5 major reasons why springtime is always associated with romance. 

5 Reasons For Springtime Romance 

1. Cycles 

First, let's discuss rhythm in living things. Every living thing has a rhythm, a cycle that it follows to grow and die. A pattern that it sticks to every day, month, and year.

Planet Earth itself has its 365-day cycle and this affects everything else on the planet. Things cool down in autumn, get cold in the winter, and slowly taw back to normal in the spring. Most animals also structure their hibernation and mating patterns around this 365-day cycle of the planet. 

In addition to simple environmental changes, these earth cycles also affect us in other ways, including blood pressure, hormonal, and even immune system functions. 

Studies have shown that August/September, for instance, are the most common birth months. And the reason is simple. Given that an average human pregnancy lasts nine months, most babies are conceived in winter. A period of sleeping longer, gaining weight, and reflecting on your private life.

 It is little wonder then that online dating apps see a surge in new users between Christmas and the New Year. But once the weather allows, and this is usually in springtime, the natural tendency is to go out there and find love. 

Think about it and you will see that this cycle keeps repeating itself every year. 

2. Sunshine & Heat 

The second factor for springtime romance is the sun and all that comes with it. While many may not pay much attention to the sun and its properties, two of its major properties affect us – brightness and heat. 

Brightness or luminosity startles animals, and that includes humans. For instance, we all know that the fastest way to wake up in the morning is by pulling the curtains and letting light in. 

The sun is also hot. So, more sun means more heat, which raises our body temperature, boosts metabolism, helps to kick off hormonal changes, and makes us overall more active. 

As winter slowly gives way to springtime, more sunny days mean more outdoor activities. And this brings lonely hearts in closer proximity with one another, making it easier to flirt and fall in love. 

3. The Sights & Sounds 

Humans are not the only ones enjoying this springtime increase in light and heat – plants and animals do as well. And this results in that unique ambiance that we have all come to associate with beautiful, loving feelings. 

The songs of birds and the vibrant displays of nature enmesh and fill you with natural happiness. People start showing more skin – no more winter clothing. Everything looks brighter, more exciting, and fresh. 

Being human, it's only a matter of time before most people succumb to this alluring scenery. The body's reproductive instincts kick in and romantic urges enthrall us. 

4. The Smells 

The human sense of smell is directly connected to the limbic system, and this makes it such a powerful generator of memories and emotions. No other sense can generate as many emotions as the sense of smell, with the average human capable of identifying more than a trillion distinct scents. 

The power of smell is so compelling that even big corporations engage in scent marketing, where they fill their stores with the right aromas to keep you buying and coming back for more. 

So, you can imagine how the smell of fresh flowers after a long and dull winter, brings back fond memories and make you more susceptible to romantic approaches in springtime. 

5. The Hormones 

Finally, there are the hormones, those chemicals produced by the body to achieve specific biological goals. Hormones are the final piece of the puzzle that will push even the most reluctant persons into a romantic mood. 

There are three different hormones at play here, so here's a closer look at how they stand in springtime, and what their functions are: 

• More Dopamine– Dopamine is a natural hormone that makes you desire things, including a lover. It is triggered by novel experiences, which are plentiful in springtime. These include new flowers, more colors, and more naked skin.
• Less Melatonin– This hormone makes you want to just slow down and chill. It is produced by the pineal gland and is in abundance under dull lighting and during the winter. With the brightness of springtime, however, less gets produced, making the body more active.
• More Serotonin– Also known as the happiness hormone, Serotonin production is also linked to sunlight. It makes you feel good about yourself, with more confidence and self-esteem. This makes you more social or in other words, ready to mingle. 

Conclusion 

We have come to the end of this post on why springtime is always associated with romance. You have seen the many contributing factors and their mechanisms, backed by science. 

In the end, it is okay to feel a little crazy in springtime. Have fun, enjoy the view, take your time and smell the flowers, and be ready to fall in love all over again.