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Summer Solstice 2026: Longest Day Arrives June 21st Across North America

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The summer solstice of 2026 will occur on Sunday, June 21st, at 4:24 a.m. EDT, marking the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Daylight hours will vary significantly across North America, with northern regions like Alaska and Canada experiencing nearly 20 hours of sunlight, while areas closer to the equator will have around 14-15 hours. Various events and museum programs are scheduled across the continent to celebrate this astronomical event, which is caused by Earth's axial tilt. AI

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Summer Solstice 2026: Longest Day Arrives June 21st Across North America

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Carter, Senior Contributor ·

    Sunday’s Summer Solstice 2026: Events And Exact Times Near You

    Sunday, June 21, 2026, will mark the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what will happen in North America, from extreme sunrises to events.

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