When is Summer Solstice in 2020

June Solstice Date and Time in Northern Hemisphere

Summer solstice will be occurring on 20^th June 2020 as per the UTC timings in the Northern Hemisphere. For exact date and time of June solstice in different time zones of the world, do follow our detailed post on summer solstice 2020 and longest day of the year. Further, we have elaborated what is the meaning of solstices and what is the importance for the world and mankind.

The summer solstices are also known as midsummer. In some regions, it is also known as the beginning of the summer or the first day of summer season. The phenomenon happens twice in a year; once in the Northern hemisphere and once in Southern Hemisphere. The Northern hemisphere witnesses summer solstices after the mid June arrives. The date keeps on varying from 21^st June to 23^rd or 24^th June in various time zones.

What is the Meaning of June Solstice

The solstice occurring in summer are also known as June solstice as they happen in June. This is an astronomical event that occurs when one pole of the earth achieves the maximum incline towards the sun. Hence, it is the day when the earth receives maximum amount of sunlight and the day is the longest one. It is also the longest day of the year and also known as strawberry solstice. The full moon of the June is known as strawberry moon. Strawberry is a common fruit in Europe and many parts of Asia which is harvested in the mid-summer. Mid-summer festival is celebrated during the summer solstice. This day marks the beginning of the summer season for many regions.

Many regions consider it as the first day of summer. In Southern Hemisphere, the summer solstice happens in the month of December. At this time, the Northern hemisphere is witnessing the winter solstice. In many hot regions of the world like South Asia, the strawberry solstice is known as the mid of summer season. But in many European regions, it is known as the start of the season or the first day of summer 2020. Many cultures and astrologers follow certain rituals and festivals at the start of the season.

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