Fall officially begins with the autumnal equinox Monday, which means one of Chicago’s most iconic phenomena will return as sunrise and sunset aligns with the city’s street grid.
“Chicagohenge” occurs twice a year, as the sun directly lines up with Chicago’s east-west facing streets during the autumnal equinox and during the vernal equinox that marks the start of spring.
Chicago’s grid system of streets lines up nearly perfectly with the cardinal east and west directions on a compass, according to Adler Planetarium. During an equinox, the sun rises and sets directly to the east and west, creating the “Chicagohenge” phenomenon.
According to scientists at the Adler Planetarium, this year’s “Chicagohenge” will be visible on from Sept. 19 through 22, with views at sunrise when facing to the east and at sunset when facing west. Scientists also suggest the best time to watch is five to eight minutes after sunrise and before sunset.
Popular spots for viewing “Chicagohenge” include the intersections between Kinzie Street and Madison Street, with views looking down Randolph Street just north of Millennium Park serving as one of the most frequented destinations for those looking for the perfect photograph.
The 2025 fall equinox will take place on Sept. 22 around 1:20 p.m. Central Daylight Time, according to NASA.
Here’s a look at when the sun will rise and set during the period “Chicagohenge” will be visible:
Friday, Sept 19. — Sunrise at 6:35 a.m. and sunset at 6:52 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 — Sunrise at 6:36 a.m. and sunset at 6:50 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 — Sunrise at 6:37 a.m. and sunset at 6:48 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22 — Sunrise at 6:38 a.m. and sunset at 6:47 p.m.Hence then, the article about here s when and where to catch chicagohenge this autumnal equinox was published today ( ) and is available on NBC Chicago ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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