How is Summer Solstice calculated?

This event is based on the astronomical moment when the Sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky each year.

When is Summer Solstice 2026?

Name: Summer Solstice
Start: 2026-06-21
End: 2026-06-21
Location: Worldwide

Sunday, 21 June 2026

Summer Solstice is the astronomical point when the Sun reaches its northernmost position in the sky, bringing the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and marking the start of astronomical summer.

Also known as

June Solstice

Frequently asked questions

When is Summer Solstice 2026?: Summer Solstice 2026 is on Sunday, 21 June 2026.
What day of the week is Summer Solstice 2026?: It falls on Sunday.
How is Summer Solstice calculated?: This event is based on the astronomical moment when the Sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky each year.