Summer Solstice 2026
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Summer Solstice 2026 took place on Sunday, June 21, 2026 (a Sunday). See Summer Solstice 2027 โ
When is Summer Solstice 2026?
Summer Solstice 2026 is on Sunday, June 21, 2026. It falls on a Sunday.
How many days until Summer Solstice 2026?
Summer Solstice 2026 took place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, 37 days ago.
- Date
- Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Day of week
- Sunday
- Type
- World Events
- Duration
- 1 day
The summer solstice, around June 21, is the longest day and shortest night of the year in the northern hemisphere โ an astronomical high point of the sun celebrated across many cultures.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the Summer Solstice guide.