Spring is always an iffy proposition in Chicago, but it officially begins Monday, whether or not the weather cooperates.
marks the sun crossing the equator, from the south to the north, bringing with it warmer temperatures and longer days in the norrthern hemisphere.Here on the ground, the equinox is a chance to observe the phenomenon dubbed"Chicagohenge," when the sun rises due east and sets due west, framed between the city's skyscraper canyons.
There won't be a whole lot of time to enjoy the view: Equinox sunrises and sunsets are the fastest of the year. You’ll be able to see this impressive golden phenomenon just after sunrise or just before sunset when looking due east or due west. As always, please practice safe solar observing.
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