Today marks the first day of autumn: day and night begin to last nearly the same amount of time
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
The autumn equinox will occur at 8:55 p.m. ET on Tuesday, September 22, marking the start of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere. During this event, the sun will be directly overhead at the equator, resulting in nearly equal day and night lengths. This phenomenon has been celebrated worldwide for centuries, often associated with harvest festivals. For instance, the Dozynki festival in Poland and gatherings at Chichen Itza in Mexico highlight cultural traditions linked to the equinox. The term 'equinox' comes from Latin words meaning 'equal' and 'night', indicating the balance of daylight and darkness.
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