Little Rock, AR – Residents across Arkansas and the rest of the United States will officially step into fall next week as the Autumnal Equinox takes place on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 1:19 PM CDT, according to the National Weather Service.
The equinox occurs when the sun shines directly over the equator, creating nearly equal hours of daylight and nighttime across the globe. According to forecasters, the earth’s axis is not tilted toward or away from the sun during this moment, producing one of only two days each year with balanced day and night.
In Arkansas, this transition means the end of another hot summer and the beginning of cooler, shorter days. Meteorologists note that from now until the Winter Solstice on December 21, daylight will gradually decrease across the Northern Hemisphere.
The Autumnal Equinox not only signals a seasonal change but also impacts weather patterns nationwide. Residents can expect temperatures to slowly trend downward, with more frequent cold fronts pushing across the Midwest and South.
While many will enjoy relief from summer heat, the National Weather Service reminds the public that fall also brings an increase in weather hazards such as dense morning fog, stronger storms, and eventually frost.
Have you noticed the days getting shorter in your area?
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