Pakistan is witnessing the longest day of the year, with the summer solstice marking the beginning of the longest day and shortest night ¹ ² ³.
The longest day of the year occurs when the Earth’s poles are tilted closest to the sun, resulting in longer days and shorter nights in the Northern Hemisphere ¹ ² ³. Today, residents in Islamabad will experience 14 hours and 32 minutes of daylight, while Karachi will see 13 hours and 41 minutes ¹ ² ³.
The extended daylight hours provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities and mark a significant shift from the winter solstice, when daylight hours are significantly shorter ¹ ² ³.
For example, Karachi received only 10 hours and 33 minutes of daylight during the winter solstice, highlighting the notable difference between the two solstices ³.
As the summer solstice marks the beginning of a new season, it also signals a gradual shift towards shorter days in the coming months ¹ ² ³. The daylight hours will decrease until the autumn equinox on September 22, when day and night will be equal in length ¹ ² ³.
Today’s extended daylight hours are a hallmark of the summer solstice, providing a unique opportunity for Pakistanis to enjoy the warm weather and outdoor activities.
