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Earth’s Wobbly Orbit and Seasonal Secrets | Tulsa News
Earth’s orbit is elliptical, not circular, meaning we’re at our farthest point from the sun—aphelion—around July. While this might seem like it should cool things down, it’s actually the 23.5-degree axial tilt that dominates our seasons by delivering more direct sunlight. The atmosphere and oceans buffer temperature swings, keeping things stable. Interestingly, when the Southern Hemisphere is in summer, they’re also slightly closer to the sun, amplifying warmth. So even at aphelion, don’t expect a chill—tilt rules the season, not distance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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