Seasons
How many days untilWinter
Winter 2026 falls on December 21, 2026. Review this year's holiday date and countdown details.
Monday, December 21, 2026 at 8:50 PM UTC - Saturday, March 20, 2027 at 8:24 PM UTCNorthern Hemisphere
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About Winter
In 2026, winter starts on December 21 at the December solstice and lasts until around March 20, near the March equinox. The December solstice is the shortest-day point in the Northern Hemisphere, after which daylight gradually returns even as cold conditions may continue. Winter also overlaps with Christmas and New Year travel windows, making it a key season for holiday planning, school breaks, and weather-driven schedule changes.
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There are 201 days until Winter on Monday, 21 December 2026.