Earth's Closest Approach to the Sun: Does the Date Change?

In summary, the Earth is closest to the Sun on January 3rd, and this time varies slowly over a period of about 27,000 years. The dates of perihelion, aphelion, equinoxes, and solstices can be viewed on a table that takes leap years into account.
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What time of the year is the Earth closest to the sun?

Does this time vary?
 
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According to wiki, the Earth is closest to the Sun on Jan 3rd. And this time will vary but very slowly (period of about 27000years)
 
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Thanks for the info.
 
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What is the closest planet to the sun?

The closest planet to the sun is Mercury, which is approximately 36 million miles away from the sun.

Why is Mercury the closest planet to the sun?

Mercury's orbit is the shortest of all the planets in our solar system, making it the closest to the sun.

What is the average temperature on Mercury?

The average temperature on Mercury is around 800 degrees Fahrenheit, making it the hottest planet in our solar system.

How long is a day on Mercury?

A day on Mercury lasts for 176 Earth days, due to its slow rotation around its axis.

Is there any water on Mercury?

No, there is no water on Mercury. Its close proximity to the sun makes it too hot for water to exist in liquid form.

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