💨 Abstract

The article discusses Earth reaching its farthest point from the Sun, known as aphelion, on July 3, 2025, despite summer in the Northern Hemisphere. The season's heat is not due to proximity to the Sun but rather Earth's axial tilt, which causes different parts of the planet to receive varying amounts of sunlight. In July, the Northern Hemisphere tilts towards the Sun, resulting in longer days and more direct sunlight, leading to warmer temperatures.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff