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 2616?

Thursday, 20 June 2616

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

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Frequently asked questions

When is Summer Solstice 2616?: Summer Solstice 2616 is on Thursday, 20 June 2616.
What day of the week is Summer Solstice 2616?: It falls on Thursday.
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.