Here’s what to know about the winter solstice, the astronomical start to the snowy season and the shortest day of the year. The winter solstice marks the beginning of astronomical winter.

Now, the winter solstice, Saturday, Dec. 21st, is upon us. It will be both the shortest day and longest night of 2024. The ...

The winter solstice is Saturday, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere — ideal conditions for holiday lights and warm blankets. For those who would ...

The longest day happens in the summer, and the shortest day in the winter. The longest day is known as the summer solstice, and the shortest day as the winter solstice. But what causes the ...