If you conduct a survey on the topic: "The most unloved season", for sure, the first place in it will go to the fall. Most people associate it with cloudy weather, dampness, cold, and a bad mood. Nevertheless, in the autumn there are pluses, especially in the early one. What are the walks in the parks or the forest! The trees put on bright dresses, the leaves rustle underfoot, and even the air becomes different. And in rainy weather it’s good to sit at home with a cup of hot tea, look out the window and enjoy the comfort and warmth.
Without exception, everyone knows the lines of Alexander Sergeyevich about autumn: “Sad time. Eye charm". So if you do not like this time of year, try to find your advantages in it. Our article, which lists the most interesting facts about autumn, will help you get a special atmosphere.
10. Until the 18th century, autumn lasted from September 23 to December 25
Centuries ago, autumn began on September 23, and ended on December 25. All seasons had an equal number of days and hours. Such a distribution existed until the beginning of the XVIII century.
That is, the first three weeks of autumn, which are famous for warm sunny weather and beautiful nature, in those days were summer. Probably, then there were even more people who did not like this time of year. It is not surprising, because at the end of September the weather deteriorates, and that same “sad time” comes.
9. In the Southern Hemisphere, autumn lasts from March to May.
Most of our compatriots, except those who are interested in geography, do not even suspect that in some countries autumn does not come in September.
So, in the southern hemisphere it begins in March and ends in May. This also applies to the rest of the year. When the Northern Hemisphere is winter, there is summer, and vice versa.
In the southern hemisphere are some of the countries of Asia, Africa, Oceania, South America. True, the weather there is little reminiscent of the usual autumn. For example, in South Africa this morning is characterized by morning fog, during the day the temperature reaches 23, and at night 12 degrees.
In Zimbabwe, such a thing as autumn is completely absent. In Australia, the average daily temperature ranges from 16 to 24 degrees, depending on the month, and it’s very beautiful there: the golden autumn time is coming.
8. In Russia, this time of year can be divided into five sub-seasons
In Russia, autumn is divided into sub-seasons:
- Start (the end of August is the day of the autumnal equinox) is characterized by the appearance of the first yellow leaves on the trees, cobwebs in the air and honey mushrooms in the forest.
- Golden autumn (until mid-October) - there are less and less green leaves, air temperature is gradually decreasing.
- Deep autumn (second half of October - beginning of November). Migratory birds fly south, the first snow falls.
- Pre-winter (first half of November). Leaf fall begins, the first frost, lowering the temperature.
- Primordial (second half of November) - snow cover appears, the first snowstorms, snowfalls.
7. The inextricable link with the harvest in popular culture
In popular culture, autumn is inextricably linked with the harvest, that is, with the time of harvest. This relationship can be seen in the works of writers and poets, artists. In Western culture, this time of year is presented in the form of a puffy lady. Her outfit is generously decorated with vegetables, fruits and cereals, all that nature has generously rewarded with people.
6. In poetry and music, a connection with sadness and nostalgia
Autumn is devoted to many poems and musical works. This special time is often associated with sadness, nostalgia.. However, even people who are far from art experience such feelings. The bright summer came to an end, with a cold and long winter ahead.
But back to the music and poetry. There are a great many poems dedicated to this time of year. Pushkin, Bunin, Pasternak, Balmont, Nekrasov and others wrote about him.
The works of composers also cannot be ignored. The most popular pieces of music at one time were created by Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, Gavrilin, Piazzola.
5. Especially beautiful autumn in Eastern Canada and New England
Autumn with its bright yellow and red leaves is a real aesthetic pleasure. It is very nice to walk around the park at such a time. In our country, autumn photo shoots are very popular. Indeed, very beautiful photos are obtained.
Though seasoned travelers claim the most mesmerizing fall in eastern Canada and New England. These areas are characterized by an amazing variety of colors, which is rarely seen somewhere.
4. Autumn depression - a true diagnosis
Of course, not a single psychotherapist will diagnose autumn depression. That's just the doctors will not deny that at this time of year, the number of patients exposed to spleen and stress increases.
The main reason for this condition is considered to be a decrease in daylight hours. Many feel a breakdown, there is no desire to communicate with other people, I do not want to leave home. A sofa and a TV replace friends.
In order not to bring your condition to critical, you need to find pluses even in bad weather. You need to take walks, meet nice people, go in for sports, and then there will be no trace of depression. Of course, these tips are only suitable for those who do not have serious psychological problems.
3. Astronomical autumn comes later than the calendar
The beginning of the astronomical autumn is marked by an important event - the autumn equinox. The sun crosses the equator and continues to move south. In the Northern Hemisphere, days are getting shorter, nights are longer. In the southern hemisphere, meanwhile, an astronomical spring is coming.
The calendar autumn ends at the end of November, astronomical after the winter solstice (on the 20th of December).
2. At this time of year, migration of migratory birds begins
Everyone knows that autumn birds fly southbut few answer the question of why they do it. No, they do not freeze, these creatures have fluff that will warm them even in severe frosts.
The reason is much more commonplace - they lack food. In autumn, beetles, spiders and other insects die, it becomes more difficult for birds to find food. They fly to warmer climes where there is food year round.
Storks and herons emigrate only after freezing of water bodies, because they feed mainly on frogs, small fish, and larvae.
Interesting fact: If you are interested in the question of birds, you probably already wondered: why then do they come back? In the south it is warm all year round and there are no problems with food. Birds fly "home" because in spring there is much more food. Competition plays an important role, in the south it is many times more. Under such conditions, birds cannot think of “procreation”. We can say that they are drawn to their homeland by the desire to multiply.
1. There are more weddings in the fall than other times of the year
In the fall - it’s time for weddings, most of which occur in September. It is beautiful and financially beneficial.. September weather is usually quite comfortable, not cold yet, but not hot either. It can be noted the celebration is not in the restaurant, but at the recreation center.
Many newlyweds choose autumn because September is a great month for a honeymoon. The resorts are already less crowded, but the velvet season has not yet ended. A couple of centuries ago, autumn was the best time for weddings. They were played after the harvest, as in the summer there was simply no time for celebrations.