What Season Is It In The Northern Hemisphere? -

The Summer Solstice, which is the longest day of the year. 3. Autumn / Fall (The Autumnal Equinox)

Around September 22, the sun crosses the equator again, this time heading south.

Warming temperatures, blooming plants, and "spring showers."

The second Equinox of the year, signaling the transition into the cold months. 4. Winter (The Winter Solstice)

Beginning around December 21, the Northern Hemisphere is tilted furthest away from the sun.

Cooling temperatures, leaves changing colour, and migrating animals.

| Misconception | Correction | |---------------|------------| | “Seasons happen because Earth is closer to the Sun.” | Earth is actually closest to the Sun in January (perihelion), yet it’s winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Tilt is the real cause. | | “The whole world has the same season at the same time.” | False. When it’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s winter in the Southern Hemisphere. | | “Equinoxes mean equal day and night everywhere.” | Nearly equal everywhere, but not exactly due to atmospheric refraction and Earth’s size. |