Your June guide to stargazing in NYC

WNYC News | Jun 1, 2025

June marks the official beginning of summer -- with the solstice coming up on June 20, the longest day of the year. So the sun is setting later in the day, but the weather is perfect for staying up late and staring at the evening sky from beaches, parks, piers and rooftops. 

To help us get ready, WNYC's Rosemary Misdary joins Weekend Edition host David Furst for the monthly astronomy report.

 

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