Autumnal Equinox 2024: It is almost time for the Autumnal Equinox which marks the beginning of autumn in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere such as China, the UK and USA, India, Canada, and many others.
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This year’s Fall Equinox falls with an intense eclipse season which could bring emotionally charged energy that leads to unexpected events.
Let’s get to know more about Autumnal Equinox and its significance
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Autumnal Equinox 2024 Date: When is Autumnal Equinox?
The Autumnal Equinox this year will begin on Sunday, September 22 which marks the change of season from summer to winter autumn season. The exact time that marks the beginning of the autumn season is 5:44 a.m. PT.
What is Equinox?
Before getting into the meaning of Autumnal Equinox let’s first know what Equinox is? Equinox is an astronomical event that occurs twice a year. On these two days, the earth’s axis does not lean towards the sun which causes equal days and equal nights with 112 hours each.
These take place naturally on the 20th or 21st of March which marks the beginning of the spring season and the other one takes place on the 22nd or 23rd September of September which welcomes the autumn season in the Northern Hemisphere.
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What does Autumnal Equinox mean?
Autumnal equinox also known as the fall equinox or the September equinox falls on the 22nd or 23rd of September every year. This marks the onset of the autumn season in Northern Hemisphere countries such as the USA, UK, China, Canada, Russia, and India.
Autumnal Equinox Significance
Autumnal Equinox is a rare and significant event that occurs only twice yearly. This takes place when the sun moves from north to south crossing the celestial equator. In many cultures, these days is recognized as a time of harvest and thanksgiving.
Several events also take place during this period such as the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival and the Japanese Autumnal Equinox Day. People believes that it is time of contemplation and planning goals.
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