In July, the Northern Hemisphere is actually tilted *towards* the sun.

Here's why:

* Earth's Tilt: The Earth is tilted on its axis at approximately 23.5 degrees. This tilt is the primary reason we have seasons.

* Summer Solstice: Around June 21st (the Summer Solstice), the Northern Hemisphere is tilted at its maximum angle towards the sun. This means the sun's rays hit the Northern Hemisphere more directly, resulting in longer days and warmer temperatures.

* July: While the angle of tilt begins to decrease slightly after the solstice, the Northern Hemisphere still receives more direct sunlight in July compared to other months.

So, July is actually the peak of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.