Articles About June (8)
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About the 12 Months
Why are there 12 months? How long are they, and what do the month names mean?
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Defining Seasons
When do seasons begin and end in the two hemispheres?
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Astronomical Events 2024
When, where, and how to see things happening in the sky and space.
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When Does Winter Start?
The first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere is in December; south of the equator, it is in June. Find out exactly when the winter season starts.
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When Does Summer Start?
When is the summer solstice 2023 in the southern and northern hemispheres?
![Pink roses on green bush, June's birth flower. Pink roses on green bush, June's birth flower.](http://webcf.waybackmachine.org/web/20240329043913im_/https://c.tadst.com/gfx/150x84/6-june-roses.jpg?1)
The Month of June
June is the sixth month of the year, has 30 days, and is named after the Roman goddess Juno.
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June: Strawberry Moon
What is a Strawberry Moon, also called Rose Moon? When is the next Strawberry Full Moon in 2024, why does it happen in June, and how did it get its name?
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99% of Earthlings See Sunlight on July 8 (And on Other Dates, Too)
Our Sun data confirm an internet meme claiming 99% of the world’s population gets sunlight at 11:15 UTC on July 8. But does it happen on other dates, too?