June Solstice Marks The Start Of Summer In The Northern Hemisphere
On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Northern Hemisphere residents will celebrate the astronomical start of summer. Also known as the June solstice, it is the day when the North Pole is most inclined towards the Sun. This means those in the Northern Hemisphere will enjoy the longest day of 2023. Conversely, the residents of the Southern Hemisphere will mark the first day of winter with the shortest day of the year.