Fall 2024 Begins:
Sunday, September 22 at 8:44 am EDT
Fall 2024 in the United States will officially begin on Sunday, September 22, at different times depending on the time zone:
- Eastern Time: 8:44 AM EDT
- Central Time: 7:44 AM CST
- Mountain Time: 6:44 AM MDT
- Pacific Time: 5:44 AM PDT
The autumnal equinox, or fall equinox, is an astronomical event that marks the start of fall. It occurs when the sun is directly above the equator, dividing day and night into equal parts. The exact date of the equinox can vary by up to one day depending on the time zone. Fall in the Northern Hemisphere typically includes September, October, and November.
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