The Winter Solstice occurs around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year. It happens when the Earth’s North Pole is tilted farthest from the Sun, resulting in minimal daylight hours. This event signifies the official start of winter and gradually increasing daylight.
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The Winter Solstice, occurring around December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere, is the day when the Earth’s North Pole is tilted farthest from the Sun. This results in the shortest day and longest night of the year, with the Sun at its lowest point in the sky at noon. The Winter Solstice marks the official start of winter and is followed by a gradual increase in daylight. In the Southern Hemisphere, this date is the Summer Solstice, with the longest day and shortest night of the year. The solstice has been celebrated historically in various cultures as a time of rebirth and renewal.