Wednesday, 21 December 2016
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 2016?
- Winter Solstice 2016 is on Wednesday, 21 December 2016.
- What day of the week is Winter Solstice 2016?
- 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.