When is the First Day of Fall?

Ah, the first day of fall. Is there anything better than that first sip of a pumpkin spice latte? When the leaves start to change and the temperatures slowly begin to drop, it’s a gentle reminder to slow things down a little as we prepare for cooler weather. 

First Day of Fall 

When is the first day of fall? Usually around September 22nd or 23rd. On this day, the sun crosses the celestial equator, moving from north to south. Something really unique happens on this day. 

In the Northern Hemisphere, residents see a nearly equal length of day and night. This is a phenomenon that only happens twice a year – during the autumn equinox and spring equinox. 

Preparing for the Cooler Weather