In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the :
A
First half of the month of June
B
Second half of the month of June
Correct Answer
C
First half of the month of July
D
Second half of the month of July
Explanation
The correct option is (B) because the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere occurs during the Summer Solstice, which typically falls on June 21st. Option (A) is incorrect because the first half of June ends on the 15th, several days before the Sun reaches its northernmost point over the Tropic of Cancer. This question tests the core concept of Earth's axial tilt and the resulting seasonal variations in daylight hours.
Climatology / Earth's MovementsSolstices, Earth's TiltNorthern hemispherelongest dayJuneJulysummer solstice