Fall equinox 2026: What the first day of fall will look, feel like in the Chicago area

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date Sept. 22, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Last Updated Sept. 22, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/weather/fall-equinox-2026-first-day-of-fall-days-shorter-nights-longer-chicago-forecast/3992036/

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Fall officially starts Tuesday, and in the the Chicago area, it will certainly feel like it. "We're a good 10 degrees below normal," NBC 5 Storm Team meteorologist Kevin Jeanes said. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. [ ![Watch button][1] WATCH HERE ][2] After a cool morning in the ...