Get ready to embrace the darkness during the longest night of the year ‒ the winter solstice. The solstice occurs at the same time everywhere on Earth, this year it happens Dec. 21 at 4:21 a.m. EST.

The winter solstice has long marked a time of rebirth, behind it are fascinating astronomical events. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

Winter solstice, the shortest day of the year and the official first day of winter, is on Saturday, Dec. 21, this year (well, for the vast bulk of the world’s population anyway).

The winter solstice takes place on Dec. 21. Here's what it means for each zodiac sign, according to astrologer Kyle Thomas.

As holiday lights brighten streets and the season of cheer unfolds, Dec. 21 marks the winter solstice this year -- a reminder that the darkest day of the year is upon us.. For the more than 6 ...

Since we first crawled out of the cave, the winter solstice has heralded a time to retreat back to it, to consider what is lost with the frost and what is promised by spring. The longest night ...

When is the winter solstice? In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice occurs every year on Dec. 21 or 22. This year, it falls on Dec. 21. The summer solstice is six months later around June 21.

BOSTON - Winter is coming, Boston. This Saturday, Dec. 21 is the official, astronomical start of the season, otherwise known as the winter solstice. At 4:20 a.m. on Saturday, the Earth's tilt will ...

The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.

The first day of winter falls on Dec. 21, according to EarthSky.org. The Northern Hemisphere’s winter solstice always falls on December 21 or 22. In the Southern Hemisphere, the winter solstice ...