Summer Solstice
You may not know it, but today is the longest day of the year, also known as the summer solstice! Summer solstice is a day in which the sun’s rays are directly over top one of the two tropical latitude lines. Today marks the northern hemispheres beginning of summer, which also means the beginning of winter for the southern hemisphere. It is a day in which the sun hangs above us and shines for the longest time during the year.
So put on some sunscreen and head out to the beach for a fun summer!
Fun Facts:
Did you know December 21st is the Northern Hemispheres winter (which is the shortest day of the year with the least amount of sun?
Our Earth is always tilted on an axis of 23.5 degrees which allows us to have a change of seasons. (Over thousands of years the tilt of the axis will slightly change).
From everyone at AJM, have a safe and fun summer!