Chicago-henge is back, just in time for Spring

Sunday, March 21, 2021
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago-Henge is back!

The vernal equinox is Saturday morning, marking the astronomical beginning of Spring, according to ABC7 Meteorologist Larry Mowry.

Chicago-henge is back, marking astronomical beginning of Spring

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This is also the time of the Chicago-henge, where the sunrise and sunsets line up perfectly with the east-west grid of the city.

The twice-a-year treat can be seen in downtown Chicago this weekend.
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You should be able to see Chicago-henge for the next few nights, but Friday's sunset and Saturday's sunrise are the best times to catch it.

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The Spring Equinox falls anywhere between March 20 and March 23.



The Fall Equinox falls anywhere between September 20 and September 23.
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