Here is the autumn equinox this year

Labor Day, often referred to as the “unofficial end” of summer, has ushered in a new season. With it come pumpkin lattes and harvest decorations on store shelves. That's right: Fall is just around the corner.

The autumn equinox officially marks the beginning of autumn. The word “equinox” comes from the Latin words “aequus” and “nox,” meaning “equal or even” and “night,” respectively. This is because during an equinox there is almost an equal amount of night and day.

So when is the autumn equinox in 2024? Here's what you need to know:

When is the first day of autumn?

The first day of fall in 2024 is Sunday, September 22nd.