The summer solstice is the first day of astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

Marking the official start of astronomical summer, the solstice is more than a seasonal marker—it’s the alignment between Earth’s tilt and its path around the sun.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. When is the summer solstice? The June solstice will this ...

The longest day of the year, otherwise known as the summer solstice, has fallen on June 21, marking the astronomical start to the season.

BRITS are preparing to dust off the BBQs and soak up some rays as the summer solstice fast approaches. The solstice is the ultimate sign that summer has finally landed, bringing with it the ...

All about the science and celebration of the Summer Solstice, plus, some oddities about the longest day of the year for 2026.