The September equinox marks the beginning of astronomical fall in the northern hemisphere and spring in the southern hemisphere. Continue reading to learn more.
From the Latin words "aequus" (equal) and "nox" (night), equinox happens twice a year, a time when the day and night are both equal in the Northern and Southern hemispheres.
On Thursday, seasons changed when the vernal equinox occurred, marking the spring's official start of autumn in the Southern Hemisphere, and spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Reports said, what happened was a rather fortunate occurrence.