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June Solstice
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The June Solstice, occurring annually around June 20 or June 21, marks the astronomical event when the Sun (star)/) reaches its northernmost point in the celestial sphere, resulting in the longest day and shortest night for locations in the Northern Hemisphere. Conversely, this same instant signifies the Winter Solstice for the [Southern Hemisphere](/en…
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June Solstice
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The longest duration of daylight observed during the June Solstice occurs at the Arctic Circle ($66^\circ 33' 44''$ N), where the Sun (star)/) remains above the horizon for a full 24 hours (the Midnight Sun). At the North Pole, the Sun (star)/) remains continuously above the horizon for approximately six months surrounding this event.
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Summer Months
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Chronological and Astronomical Definition
Astronomically, the Northern Hemisphere summer commences with the Summer Solstice (around June 21) and concludes with the Autumnal Equinox (around September 22 or 23). The inverse configuration applies to the Southern Hemisphere. This period is characterized by the Sun (star)/) reaching its highest maximum elevation in the sky at local noon, resulting in th…