June
Iunius
Latin Script
Major Festivals
Rath Yatra
रथ यात्रा / ରଥ ଯାତ୍ରା
Jun–Jul (lunar)
The chariot festival of Lord Jagannath in Puri, Odisha. One of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Huge processions of chariots draw millions of devotees. Date determined by lunar calendar — typically in June or July.
Summer Solstice
Summer Solstice
Jun 20/21
The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The sun reaches its northernmost point, resulting in maximum daylight hours. Celebrated across cultures as Midsummer. Astronomically significant for solar photographers and nature enthusiasts.
Monsoon Arrival (SW Monsoon)
Southwest Monsoon
Jun 1 (Kerala)
The southwest monsoon typically arrives in Kerala around June 1, marking the onset of the rainy season across India. One of the most anticipated annual events for agriculture, water security, and relief from summer heat.
Auspicious Days for Rituals & Events
About June
June is the sixth month of the Gregorian calendar, with 30 days. Named after Juno, the Roman queen of the gods. The Summer Solstice (around June 20–21) marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, with the sun at its northernmost point. In India, June marks the arrival of the southwest monsoon (starting in Kerala around June 1), which is among the most significant annual weather events for agriculture. Rath Yatra in Puri is one of the largest religious events. June is also school exam results and college admission season in India.