Winter Solstice 1960

Wednesday, 21 December 1960

Winter Solstice marks the astronomical moment when the Sun reaches its southernmost position in the sky, producing the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.

Also known as

  • December Solstice

Frequently asked questions

When is Winter Solstice 1960?
Winter Solstice 1960 is on Wednesday, 21 December 1960.
What day of the week is Winter Solstice 1960?
It falls on Wednesday.
How is Winter Solstice calculated?
This event is based on the astronomical moment when the Sun reaches its southernmost point in the sky each year.