Summer Solstice
The summer solstice is an astronomical event that occurs when one of the Earths poles has its maximum tilt toward the Sun. This results in the longest period of daylight and the shortest night of the year for the hemisphere experiencing the summer solstice. In the Northern Hemisphere, the summer solstice occurs around June 20 or 21, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it occurs around December 21 or 22. During the summer solstice, the Sun is at its highest position in the sky, and the day has the most daylight. The summer solstice also marks the beginning of summer according to the astronomical definition of the seasons, lasting until the autumnal equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. The event has been celebrated in many cultures and is associated with various traditions and festivals.
