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Winter extends from the winter solstice – the shortest day of the year – to the vernal equinox, the start of spring. In the Northern Hemisphere, that’s December, January, February and March.
The winter solstice, also known as the hibernal solstice, happens when either one of our planet’s poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. This happens twice every year, once for the ...
The first day of astronomical winter is Saturday, Dec. 21, marked by the winter solstice, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. The solstice is expected at 4:21 a.m. ET in the Northern ...
We want to hear about how you celebrate winter solstice, whether it’s as part of a community group, with friends and family, or on your own. Share your solstice tradition(s) in the form below by ...
Make the most of the shortest day of the year and head to the Winter Solstice Festival at Greenwich Park, a midwinter celebration filled with attractions and activities. Folk meets science in ...