summer solstice
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As we approach the summer solstice on 21 June in the northern hemisphere, the Sun will be at its highest in the sky.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
June's combination of bright planets, a rare lunar occultation, the summer solstice, and returning deep-sky treasures makes it an excellent month to spend time under the night sky.
From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026
The court was told the trio targeted Stonehenge the day before last year's summer solstice where around 15,000 people were due to gather and celebrate.
From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025
Yet on the summer solstice, I spotted his SUV at the beach.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2025
I didn’t know how we were ever going to find the entrance to the Underworld by tomorrow, the summer solstice.
From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan
