One of the two annual events that marks the longest or shortest day of the year. The Earth’s axial tilt is at its maximum toward or away from the Sun, resulting in the longest period of daylight (summer solstice) or the shortest (winter solstice).
One of the two annual events that marks the longest or shortest day of the year. The Earth’s axial tilt is at its maximum toward or away from the Sun, resulting in the longest period of daylight (summer solstice) or the shortest (winter solstice).