Summer Solstice: New York’s Longest Day Explained

Astronomical summer officially arrived in New York on Sunday, June 21, 2026, when the summer solstice occurred at 4:24 a.m. ET. As the Northern Hemisphere reached its northernmost point in the sky and the North Pole tilted toward the sun, New Yorkers experienced the longest day of the year, receiving the highest amount of daylight … Read more

NYC’s Strongest Wind Gusts: Thursday’s Record Speeds

Strong winds and severe weather moved across New York state on Thursday, June 18, 2026, causing widespread power outages and prompting a series of tornado watches and thunderstorm warnings. According to National Weather Service data, the highest wind gust recorded in the state by 5 p.m. reached 57 mph in Buffalo, while Orange County saw … Read more