The 2021 winter solstice occurred at 10:59 a.m. ET/7:59 a.m. PT on Tuesday, Dec. 21, marking the official start of the astronomical winter and the shortest day of the year for the Northern Hemisphere.

Winter Solstice 2021: The beginning of the Christmas and New Year celebrations is marked by the Winter Solstice worldwide. It is also called the December solstice as in the Northern hemisphere ...

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year and is celebrated around the world. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

2021, 2023 and 2024 are available to watch back on the OPW's YouTube channel here. Since 2000, the OPW has operated a lottery draw for a place in the chamber to witness the Winter Solstice each year.

The Winter Solstice 2024, AKA the Hibernal Solstice, commences on December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing us the shortest day of the year. With the Solstice, a new season begins and the ...