India, Sept. 23 -- The first day of astronomical fall brings a seasonal shift across the Northern Hemisphere. In Western astrology, the autumn equinox also marks the start of Libra season, putting balance, relationships and personal choices in focus.

According to the Royal Museums Greenwich, the first day of fall in 2026 occurs at 1:06 a.m. BST in the UK. The same astronomical event happens at different local times because of time zones:

UK: 1:06 a.m. BST, September 23, 2026

US: 8:06 p.m. EDT, September 22, 2026

India: 5:36 a.m. IST, September 23, 2026

The Royal Observatory explains that the equinox marks the point when the Sun illuminates the Northern and Southern Hemispheres more evenly. It also marks the start of astronomical autu...