How Fall Equinox Shifts Wind and Weather
• The fall equinox causes temperature gradients, influencing wind patterns as land cools faster than oceans.
• Sharpened temperature contrasts due to the equinox can increase storm activity and lead to mid-latitude cyclones.
• The equinox brings cooler temperatures, shorter days, and changes in humidity, leading to frost and fog.
Fall equinox: A transition in seasonal cycle
The fall equinox, also known as the autumnal equinox, marks a significant transition in our planet's seasonal cycle, bringing notable shifts in both wind and weather patterns. This astronomical event, occurring around September 22nd or 23rd in the Northern Hemisphere, signifies the moment when the sun crosses the celestial equator, leading to nearly equal day and night lengths across the globe.
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