Autumn is the season that falls between summer and winter. It is also known as fall. In this season, the weather cools, leaves change color, and animals prepare for winter.
Characteristics
Temperature: Autumn is cooler than summer and warmer than winter
Daylight: Days get shorter and nights get longer
Leaves: Leaves turn yellow, orange, red, and brown
Animals: Animals prepare for winter by gathering food or migrating to warmer climates
Harvest: Autumn is the harvest season
Other facts
Autumn is a popular time for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and picnics
Autumn is a favorite season for poets because it symbolizes the coming of an end
The word "autumn" comes from the Latin word autumnus
Autumn is celebrated with seasonal celebrations like Halloween and American Thanksgiving
Autumn in India
In India, autumn starts in September and ends around the first week of November. It is the brief period between the end of the monsoon rains and the onset of winter.