Monday marks the first official day of fall, as the autumnal equinox brings nearly equal hours of daylight and darkness. In the Bay Area, the shift is more symbolic than seasonal, temperatures are still expected to hover in the 80s this week, but residents can look forward to cooler mornings, earlier sunsets, and the return of fall traditions like pumpkin patches and harvest festivals.
Astronomers note that the equinox occurred at 5:19 a.m. Pacific time, signaling the exact moment when the sun crossed the celestial equator. From here, the days will slowly grow shorter until the winter solstice in December. Whether you’re pulling out sweaters or still reaching for sunglasses, today is a reminder that summer is officially in the rearview.
I really really cant tolerate summer time. I find it a gross sweaty time of year.
i got my jackets at the ready and my gloves when its cold early in the morning.
im ready for my hot coffee on a chilly fall morning.
The photo of Mt. Diablo with fall trees in the foreground made me smile. My favorite time of year! Looking forward to seeing the first waters appearing in Mitchell and Peacock Creeks. Also, looking forward to getting ready for Thanksgiving and lots of treats.
My favorite season.
It is too bad the rest of the states didn’t have weather like we have here as there would be no reason to tolerate Ca. simply amazing.