UAE Will Witness Its Longest Day in 228 Years on June 20
The United Arab Emirates is set to experience a remarkable celestial event this year, with the summer solstice occurring earlier than usual on June 20th at 20:51 UTC. This phenomenon marks the earliest solstice since 1796, making it a significant occurrence for countries around the world, including the UAE. During this celestial event, the UAE will enjoy the longest day of the year, with daylight hours extending to 13 hours and 48 minutes . The summer solstice is characterized by the sun reaching its highest point in the sky at the Tropic of Cancer, its northernmost point. For the UAE, this means a day of abundant sunshine and the shortest shadows of the year at noon, particularly in the southern regions where there will be no shadow at all. The timing of this year's solstice is noteworthy due to its rarity. It's the earliest solstice to occur in 228 years, a result of the intricacies of our calendar system and the slight adjustments made during leap years. ...
