The Philippines will experience 13 hours of daytime today, June 21, the DOST-Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said.
The summer solstice marks the longest day and shortest night for countries located in the Northern Hemisphere, it added.
During the summer solstice, the Sun is at its highest or most northerly point in the sky. The Tropic of Cancer, situated 23.5 degrees north of the equator, is illuminated directly by the Sun during this time.
The June solstice will occur at 4:51 a.m. today. Astronomers mark this day as the start of summer in the northern hemisphere, and winter in the southern hemisphere, the DOST-PAGASA said, adding that some civilizations considered the summer solstice a part of their cultural identity and religion.
Meanwhile, the June Bootid meteor shower, which will be active from June 22 to July 2, will have peak activity on June 27.
Meteor showers are observable through the naked eye, and no special equipment, such as telescopes or binoculars, is needed, the DOST-PAGASA said. “Maximize the viewing experience by choosing a dark observation site away from city lights and under clear and moonless sky conditions.” ||
