The fall equinox will take place in New York and the rest of the East Coast at 8:43 a.m. on Sunday, September 22. This celestial event marks the point when day and night are nearly equal in length, signaling the official start of autumn.
According to the National Weather Service, during the equinox, the sun is positioned directly above the Earth’s equator, leading to nearly equal hours of daylight and darkness. This annual occurrence ushers in cooler temperatures and the beginning of the fall foliage season, with vibrant autumn colors expected to spread across the region in the coming weeks.
For many in the Northeast, the equinox represents a transition toward shorter days and colder weather. Residents can expect the first signs of the season to appear soon, making this the perfect time for outdoor activities like hiking and visiting pumpkin patches.
Be sure to set your clocks and take a moment to appreciate this astronomical milestone as New York welcomes autumn this Sunday morning at 8:43 a.m.
