"The June solstice is the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere and the Winter Solstice the Southern Hemisphere. A solstice happens when the sun's zenith is at its furthest point from the equator. 'Solstice' (Latin: 'solstitium') means 'sun-stopping'. Over the centuries, the June solstice has inspired countless festivals, midsummer celebrations and religious holidays." Timeanddate(.com)