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summer solstice

/ˈsʌmər ˈsɒlstɪs/

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/ˈsʌmər ˈsɒlstɪs/B2formalscientific
  • ruАстрономическое событие, когда Солнце достигает самого высокого положения в небе, что приводит к самому длинному дню и самой короткой ночи в году в Северном полушарии.

The astronomical event that occurs when the Sun reaches its highest position in the sky, resulting in the longest day and shortest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

  1. Astronomical eventB2formal

    The longest day of the year, occurring when the Sun reaches its highest position in the sky, marking the beginning of summer.

    ruАстрономическое событие

    • The summer solstice occurs around June 21st in the Northern Hemisphere.
    • Many cultures celebrate the summer solstice with festivals.
    • On the summer solstice, the day has the most daylight hours.