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Earth’s Fall Equinox Ushers In Astronomical Autumn

September 21, 2024

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During an equinox, places around the globe experience nearly equal amounts of daytime and nighttime. The second occurrence this year happens on Sunday.

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Earth’s Fall Equinox Ushers In Astronomical Autumn

During an equinox, places around the globe experience nearly equal amounts of daytime and nighttime. The second occurrence this year happens on Sunday.

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