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An incredible occurrence in the sky, the Summer Solstice signifies the longest day of the year. It marks the formal start of summer in many countries. The Summer Solstice in India in 2024 is scheduled for June 21 at 8:09 PM IST. But what is the Summer Solstice and why does this occur? Continue reading to learn more.
The Latin words “sol” (sun) and “sistere” (to stand still) are the source of the English term “solstice”. This sums up the phenomenon nicely. The sun reaches its furthest point in the sky for the year on the solstice—its farthest north on the summer solstice, or south on the winter solstice.
Of fact, this “standing still” is an illusion, but it represents a change in the amount of daylight we get to enjoy.
WHY DO WE HAVE SUMMER SOLSTICE?
The tilt of our planet Earth is approximately 23.5 degrees on its axis. The tilt of the two hemispheres of Earth’s orbit varies with the season as it moves closer or farther from the sun. Since the Northern Hemisphere is most inclined towards the sun around the summer solstice, those areas see their longest day of the year. In contrast, the Southern Hemisphere experiences the start of winter and its shortest day.
When the Northern Hemisphere is tilted closest to the Sun is when the Summer Solstice occurs. Every year, this takes place around June 21st. More directly than any other day of the year, the sun’s rays reach the Northern Hemisphere on this particular day. The Sun appears at its zenith in the sky as a result. The result is the year’s longest day and shortest night. This indicates that there are more daylight hours in India than on any other day of the year.
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When the Northern Hemisphere is tilted closest to the Sun is when the Summer Solstice occurs. Every year, this takes place around June 21st. More directly than any other day of the year, the sun’s rays reach the Northern Hemisphere on this particular day. The Sun appears at its zenith in the sky as a result. The result is the year’s longest day and shortest night. This indicates that there are more daylight hours in India than on any other day of the year.
Summer Solstice 2024: Date and time and when does it occur (msn.com)