Summer solstice today

 The summer solstice is an astronomical event that marks the longest day of the year and the official beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It occurs around June 21st each year when the tilt of the Earth's axis is most inclined towards the sun. During the summer solstice, the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, resulting in the longest period of daylight.

On this day, the sun appears to be directly overhead at noon along the Tropic of Cancer, which is located at approximately 23.5 degrees north latitude. As a result, areas in the Northern Hemisphere experience their longest duration of sunlight, while those in the Southern Hemisphere have their shortest day, known as the winter solstice.

The summer solstice has been celebrated and observed by various cultures throughout history. It holds cultural, spiritual, and symbolic significance in many traditions, often associated with themes of renewal, fertility, and the power of the sun.