Norway is often called the "Land of the Midnight Sun."
Why Norway is known as the Land of the Midnight Sun
Norway earns this nickname due to its geographical location within the Arctic Circle. During the summer months, regions north of the Arctic Circle experience continuous daylight for a period that can range from a few days to several weeks, depending on the latitude. This phenomenon is known as the midnight sun, where the sun remains visible at midnight.
- Geographical Location: Norway's position in the high north is key.
- Summer Solstice: Around the summer solstice (June 21st), the midnight sun is most prominent.
- Duration: The length of the period of continuous daylight increases the further north you go in Norway.
Therefore, Norway's unique natural phenomenon of the midnight sun makes "Land of the Midnight Sun" an apt descriptor.
