Earth Closest To Sun Better May 2026

That’s right. When the Northern Hemisphere is shivering through winter, our planet is actually about 3 million miles closer to the Sun than during summer.

Here’s a draft for a social media post or blog short on the topic. You can adjust the tone (casual, educational, or surprising) depending on your audience. We’re Closest to the Sun Right Now (No, It’s Not Summer) earth closest to sun

🌍📅 Perihelion happens every year around Jan 2–5. Mark your calendar. Would you like a shorter version for Instagram/Twitter (Threads) or a more detailed science version for a blog? That’s right