Earth's Tilt Creates Polar Day & Night Wonders

Earth's slight tilt as it orbits the sun creates remarkable light and dark cycles near the poles. These regions experience extended periods where the sun remains visible for weeks or months, followed by equally long stretches of darkness. This phenomenon is most pronounced in areas above the Arctic Circle and below the Antarctic Circle.

In locations such as Svalbard and Tromsø in Norway, and Utqiaġvik, Alaska, residents witness the Midnight Sun, where daylight persists continuously for weeks during summer. Conversely, winter brings the Polar Night, plunging these areas into prolonged darkness. Antarctica endures an even more extreme cycle, with nearly six months of continuous sunlight followed by six months of night, significantly affecting its wildlife.