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When it is the longest day of the year in north America the sun shines directly overhead on which line of latitude?
The longest day of the year in North America occurs on the summer solstice, around June 21. On this day, the sun shines directly overhead at the Tropic of Cancer, which is located at approximately 23.5 degrees North latitude. This is when the Northern Hemisphere experiences its maximum tilt toward the sun, resulting in the longest daylight hours.
What is the longest day in canada in 2008?
The longest day in Canada in 2008 was June 20th, which is the summer solstice. This is when the Northern Hemisphere experiences the longest period of daylight in the year.
When is the longest day in europe in 2008?
June 21.
What is the longest day of the year in North America and is it the same day each year?
No, it only pertains to your own hemisphere. The longest day for people of Northern latitudes (north of the equator), is the shortest day for people living in Southern latitudes (south of the equator) because the earth does not sit straight up. It has a slight tilt that causes the seasons.
What day does north America receive the most sunlight?
The Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year, receiving the most hours of sunlight. Since North America is in the Northern Hemisphere, this solstice comes on either June 21 or June 22.
What is the longest and shortest day in 2008 45k?
The longest period of daylight happens at the summer solstice. The shortest day occurs at the winter solstice.
Can the same day be both the longest and the shortest day of the year?
Yes. Longest day of the year in one hemisphere, and shortest day of the year in the other hemisphere. So our summer solstice on June 21 is the longest day in Europe or America, but the shortest day for the Australians.
Who is the leading producer of petrolium in north america?
I believe today it is Suncor at about 350,000 barrels a day, and if it is not Suncor it will be Syncrude who can produce almost 400,000 barrels a day. It depends on outages. Syncrude has the largest capacity for the longest time.
What day will it be in north america if it is Tuesday in asia?
It depends on the time of day. It could be Monday or it could be Tuesday.
What is the the first day of Ramadan in 2008 in Washington DC?
According to ISNA, the first day of Ramadan in 2008 is is September 1. This is based on authenticated moon sightings on August 31 in several areas of the world such as South America. Since thecrescent was not visible on August 31 in North America, some scholars in America have opted to begin Ramadan on September 2.
What is the of Columbus day?
He claimed North America first. We honor him on that day.
Why is June 21 the longest day of the year?
Note that its only true in the northern hemisphere. That's the day (usually) that the Earth's north pole point most directly at the sun, thus the the day that the sun seems to be highest in the sky, thus the longest day (and shortest night).
