The summer solstice is an astronomical event that marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and winter in the Southern Hemisphere. Here are some key points about the summer solstice:

Timing: It typically occurs around June 20-22 in the Northern Hemisphere.
Longest day: The day with the most daylight hours in the Northern Hemisphere.
Sun position: The sun reaches its highest and northernmost point in the sky at local noon.
Tilt: It happens when the Earth's North Pole is tilted most directly towards the sun.
Cultural significance: Many cultures celebrate the solstice with various traditions and festivals.
Opposite in the Southern Hemisphere: While it's the summer solstice in the North, it's simultaneously the winter solstice in the South.