when are the solstices
SUMMER SOLSTICE: The first day of the Season of Summer. On this day (JUNE 21 in the northern hemisphere*) the Sun is farthest north and the length of time between Sunrise and Sunset is the longest of the year. WINTER SOLSTICE: The first day of the Season of Winter. * In the southern hemisphere, winter and summer solstices are exchanged.
WINTER SOLSTICE: The first day of the Season of Winter. On this day (DECEMBER 22 in the northern hemisphere*) the Sun is farthest south and the length of time between Sunrise and Sunset is the shortest of the year. * In the southern hemisphere, winter and summer solstices are exchanged. Summer: December 22.