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Winter Solstice 2026
The shortest day of the year
December 21, 2026
Countdown to Event
The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, marking the astronomical beginning of winter. After this, days begin to lengthen.
How Many Days Until Winter Solstice?
Days Until
240
days until Winter Solstice
Weeks Until
34w 2d
weeks until Winter Solstice
Hours Until
5,748
hours until Winter Solstice
Falls On
Monday
Winter Solstice 2026
Event Progress
Upcoming
240days until start
Start Date
Dec 21
Duration
1 days