As we enter summer, the days become brighter and the sun is brighter for longer. Trees and flowers bloom and animals are active around us. Plus, warm weather brings all kinds of fun outdoor activities! This is a particularly exciting time for teachers and children because we have a lot of time to get out of school. Summer is the best season for traveling, festivals, barbecue and splashing in the pool. With these fun and interesting facts, you can help your students connect with the changes in the world around you.
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Fun and interesting facts about summer
Summer is the warmest season of the year.
The hottest states in the summer include Florida, Texas, Arizona, Louisiana, Mississippi and Nevada.
The first day of summer is called the summer solstice.
The summer solstice begins on June 20 or 21, and is the longest day and shortest night of the year.
There are more summer than dark hours than dark.
We see more light in the summer sky because this is when the earth is closest to the sun.
The hottest temperature ever on Earth is 134°F.
This happened on July 10, 1913, the hottest place in California’s Death Valley. Learn more interesting facts about the Earth here.
When summer is in the northern hemisphere, the southern hemisphere is winter.
Hemispheres experience the opposite seasons as they receive more direct sunlight at different times of the year. Summer takes place in June to September in the northern hemisphere and in December to March in the southern hemisphere. Check out these facts about winter and compare them with these facts about summer.
Alaska has only a few hours of darkness in summer.
Depending on the location, the sun is only between 10 a.m. and 2 a.m. in other areas, and the sun does not set at all!
Polar day is a day without darkness.
Polar areas occur in faraway parts of the world, including Norway, Sweden, Canada, Greenland and parts of Russia. They can last for many days or even months. The moon and stars hide!
In summer, some signs are more pronounced in the night sky.
Three famous signs of summer triangles: aquilas, cygnus and lyra. Scorpio and Sagittarius are also easily seen in the summer night sky.
Summer is famous for its heat waves.
These periods are extremely hot weather and can be dangerous for people, animals and plants. Stay indoors during this time and drink plenty of water.
Thunderstorms are most common in summer.
In summer, warm air rises, forming large clouds. These can bring lightning, rain and even hail. In summer, it is always a good idea to have raincoats and umbrellas nearby.
The hurricane is a severe summer storm.
Hurricanes are destructive tropical storms formed on warm seawater. They include winds, heavy rain and storm surges that damage 74 mph or more.
Some animals have furs that adapt to summer weather.
Many animals shed their thick winter fur in the summer to keep them cool. The new fur is thinner and lighter. Some animals have completely different summer fur than winter fur!
Fireflies are most active in summer.
Fireflies, also known as lightning bugs, are initiated through chemical reactions called bioluminescence. This helps them to attract partners and communicate.
Some animals live in the summer.
It’s like hibernation, but it’s hot! Animals such as lung fish, snails and some amphibians stay cool in summer and survive drought.
Sharks approach the shore in summer.
This is because the water is warm and there is more food near the coastline. Learn more about sharks here.
Bees and butterflies are most active in summer.
Currently, flowers are in full bloom, providing them with nectar collection. Learn more about butterflies here.
Most plants grow best in summer.
This is because they get the most sunshine and warmth in this season. In summer, some flowers, such as roses and daisies, are best bloomed.
In summer, many fruits and vegetables are in season.
This means they taste and grow best during this time. This includes all types of berries, watermelon, peaches, strawberries, tomatoes, zucchini and corn. good!
Ice cream and cold snacks are very popular in the summer.
These delicious snacks are delicious while helping people cool down at the same time. National Ice Cream Month is held in July. What a delicious and fun summer fact that is easy to celebrate!
BBQ and cooking are fun summer traditions.
Popular foods include hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled corn, roasted beans, watermelon and potato salad. Family and friends gather together for outdoor food, games and summer fun!
Many countries celebrate their Independence Day in the summer.
These include Canada Day on July 1, July 4 in the United States, and Bastille Day on July 14 in France.
The Summer Olympics are held every four years.
Popular sports include swimming, gymnastics, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and track and field. New sports such as skateboarding, sport climbing and surfing have been added in recent years. Thousands of athletes from all over the world participated in the competition.
The first Summer Olympics was held in Athens, Greece in 1896.
The next summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles, California from July 14 to July 30, 2028. The latest competition was held in Paris, France in July 2024.
There are more people traveling in the summer than any other season.
This is the busiest time of the year for holidays and road trips. National parks, beaches, big cities and mountains are popular destinations.
Amusement parks and water parks are busiest in summer.
The kids are out of school, so this is a great time for families to visit these super entertainment venues. The Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida is the most visited amusement park in the United States.
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