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HEMISPHERE SEASONS

Hemisphere Seasons

Instantly see what season it is in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres — for today, any date, or side-by-side comparison.

Seasons are opposite across hemispheres due to Earth’s axial tilt. Use this tool to explore seasonal changes throughout the year, understand equinoxes and solstices, and see exactly when seasons shift in each hemisphere

Hemisphere Seasons

Instantly see which season it is in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres — and why they’re opposite. Choose a date, compare seasons month-by-month, and explore the key seasonal turning points.

How seasons work by hemisphere

Earth’s seasons are driven by axial tilt, not distance from the Sun. As Earth orbits the Sun, each hemisphere takes turns receiving more direct sunlight. That’s why when it’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere, it’s typically winter in the Southern Hemisphere (and vice versa).

  • March Equinox – starts Spring (North) / Autumn (South)
  • June Solstice – starts Summer (North) / Winter (South)
  • September Equinox – starts Autumn (North) / Spring (South)
  • December Solstice – starts Winter (North) / Summer (South)

Dates can vary slightly each year. This tool uses standard seasonal boundaries for clear, consistent results.

Season chart (by month)

Months are approximate seasonal groupings (meteorological seasons) for clarity: Mar–May (Spring), Jun–Aug (Summer), Sep–Nov (Autumn), Dec–Feb (Winter). Southern Hemisphere seasons are reversed.

Key seasonal dates

FAQ

What season is it in the Southern Hemisphere right now?
The Southern Hemisphere typically experiences the opposite season to the Northern Hemisphere. Use the date selector above to see the current season instantly.
Why are seasons opposite in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
Earth’s axis is tilted. As Earth orbits the Sun, one hemisphere leans toward the Sun (more direct sunlight — summer) while the other leans away (less direct sunlight — winter).
Are seasons caused by Earth being closer to the Sun?
No. Seasons are mainly caused by axial tilt, not distance. Earth is actually closest to the Sun in early January, during Northern Hemisphere winter.
Do the equator and tropics have the same seasons?
Near the equator, seasonal temperature swings are smaller and patterns may be described more by wet/dry seasons. This tool focuses on standard hemisphere seasons.
How does this connect to antipodes?
Antipodes are opposite points on Earth, so they often experience opposite seasons and roughly opposite daylight patterns. Explore your opposite point using the Antipode Map.

Explore further

Hemisphere Finder
Find Northern/Southern and Eastern/Western hemispheres for any location.
Antipode Map
Find the exact opposite point on Earth from any city or coordinate.
Antipode Finder
Look up antipodes by place name, address, or coordinates.
Antipode Dictionary
Definitions and explanations for antipodes, coordinates, and Earth geometry.

ANTIPODE FAQ

What hemisphere am I in right now?

Your hemisphere depends on your latitude and longitude. Locations north of the Equator are in the Northern Hemisphere, while those south are in the Southern Hemisphere. East and West are determined by longitude relative to the Prime Meridian. This tool can detect your current location instantly.
Can a place be in both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres?

Yes. Locations that sit directly on the Prime Meridian (0° longitude) lie on the boundary between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. Most places fall clearly into one or the other, but boundary locations technically touch both.
Is the Equator the only line that defines hemispheres?

The Equator defines the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The Eastern and Western Hemispheres are defined by the Prime Meridian and the 180° meridian on the opposite side of Earth.
Are hemispheres the same as continents?

No. Hemispheres are based on global reference lines, not landmasses. A single continent can span multiple hemispheres — for example, Africa crosses both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, as well as the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
Why do some countries exist in more than one hemisphere?

Large countries or those near the Equator or Prime Meridian may extend across hemisphere boundaries. As a result, different parts of the same country can belong to different hemispheres.