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🌞 When Was The First Day Of Summer 2025?🌞

The first day of summer arrived with the solstice this year on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10:42 p.m. EDT.

For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere 🌎, the Earth tilts mostly toward the Sun during this time. As seen from Earth, the Sun ☀️ will be directly overhead at noon 23.5° north of the equator, at an imaginary line encircling the globe known as the Tropic of Cancer ♋, named for the constellation Cancer the Crab 🦀, its northernmost point.

📅 Summer Isn’t on the Same Date Every Year

The timing of the summer solstice is not based on a specific calendar date or time. It actually depends on when the Sun reaches that northernmost point from the equator. The summer solstice may occur any time between June 20–22 each year.

🗣️ The Term “Solstice” Means

The term “solstice” comes from the Latin words sol (Sun ☀️) and sistere (to stand still 🛑).

On the solstice, the angle between the Sun’s rays and the Earth’s equator (declination) appears to stand still. This phenomenon is most noticeable at the Arctic Circle ❄️, where the Sun hugs the horizon for a continuous 24 hours — hence the name “Land of the Midnight Sun” 🌅.

🌍 Celebrating the Solstice Across Cultures

🌊 In Ancient Egypt, the summer solstice coincided with the rising of the Nile River, a sign of renewal and abundance. Their New Year 🎉 began at this momentous event.

🌿 In centuries past, the Irish ☘️ would cut hazel branches on solstice eve to use in searching for gold, water, and precious jewels 💰💎.

🔥 Many European cultures hold Midsummer celebrations during the solstice, which include gatherings at Stonehenge 🏛️ and bonfires on hilltops 🔥⛰️ to honor the power of the Sun.

🕛 Bonus Solstice Tip:

Take a look at your noontime shadow 🕶️ around the solstice... it will be your shortest shadow of the entire year! 📏🌞

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