❄️ Time until Winter Solstice (Northern)
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About Winter Solstice (Northern)
The winter solstice (around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere) is the shortest day of the year, marking the start of astronomical winter.
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FAQ — Countdown to Winter Solstice (Northern)
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As of right now, there are 204 days until Winter Solstice (Northern) on Monday, December 21, 2026. The live countdown above also shows hours, minutes and seconds, updated every second.
Winter Solstice (Northern) falls on a Monday.
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