Articles about Equinox

Articles about Equinox (15)

September Equinox

The Sun shines directly at the Equator on the September equinox and the length of day and night is nearly equal, but not quite. more

What Is a Leap Year?

A leap year has 366 days, as opposed to a common year, which has 365. Nearly every four years is a Leap Year, and we add a leap day, an extra day on February 29. more

When is Fall Equinox?

The fall (autumnal) equinox in the Northern Hemisphere is in September. In the Southern Hemisphere it's in March. more

When is Spring Equinox?

The Vernal (Spring) Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere is in March. In the Southern Hemisphere it's in September. more

September equinox customs

Folklore, customs, traditions and holidays surrounding the September equinox. more

March Equinox

The March equinox around March 20-21 is the spring (vernal) equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and fall (autumnal) in the south. Night and day are nearly the same length. more

From Julian to Gregorian Calendar

The Gregorian calendar was first introduced in 1582, but different countries changed from the Julian Calendars at different times. more

Equinox: Equal Day & Night?

Equinoxes don't have exactly 12 hours of day and night all over the world, like many believe. Such days do happen, but depend on the latitude of your city. more