Thursday, 21 December 1972
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 1972?
- Winter Solstice 1972 is on Thursday, 21 December 1972.
- What day of the week is Winter Solstice 1972?
- It falls on Thursday.
- 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.