Summer has officially arrived in New York.
Sunday, June 21, marks the summer solstice and the first official day of astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It is also the longest day of the year, giving New Yorkers more daylight than any other day in 2026.
Whether you’re planning to spend the day outdoors or staying cool indoors, here’s what to know about the start of summer in New York.
What is the summer solstice?
The summer solstice occurs when the sun reaches its northernmost point in the sky and Earth’s North Pole is tilted most directly toward the sun, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac…