Summer has officially arrived!
The summer solstice began at 11:32 Sunday night, when Earth arrived at the point in its orbit where the North Pole is at its maximum tilt toward the Sun, which results in the longest day and shortest night of the calendar year.
According to the new Farmers’ Almanac Summer 2021 Forecast, Ontario is set to see a stormy summer season, with a greater-than-average frequency of thunderstorms expected.
It also says above-normal summer temperatures are likely for two-thirds of Canada this summer, especially in the eastern part of the country.
Rachel Modestino from the Weather Network says above-normal summer temperatures are likely for two-thirds of Canada this summer, especially in the eastern part of the country.
Today’s forecast calls for a chance of showers and thunderstorms with a humidex near 30 degrees Celsius.
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It's officially the first day of astronomical summer!☀️🌻
There are plenty of ways to "keep your cool" this sizzlin' season – but what is your favourite?#TWNPoll #SummerSolstice #FirstDayOfSummer
— The Weather Network (@weathernetwork) June 20, 2021