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

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 ...

Sunday, June 21, 2026, will mark the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what will happen in North America, from extreme sunrises to events.

The summer solstice: understanding why the day is so long 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 ...