Winter Solstice 2027
Wednesday, December 22, 2027 (UTC)
Exact moment: 02:42 UTC on Wednesday, December 22, 2027
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When is Winter Solstice 2027?
Winter Solstice 2027 occurs at 02:42 UTC on Wednesday, December 22, 2027 (Tuesday, December 21, 9:42 PM US Eastern time).
How many days until Winter Solstice 2027?
As of October 16, 2026, there are 432 days until Winter Solstice 2027, which occurs at 02:42 UTC on Wednesday, December 22, 2027 (Tuesday, December 21, 9:42 PM US Eastern time). Thatโs 432 days ยท about 62 weeks ยท about 14 months.
- Date (UTC)
- Wednesday, December 22, 2027
- Day of week (UTC)
- Wednesday
- Type
- World Events
- Duration
- 1 day
Other holidays in December 2027
International Day of Persons with Disabilities ยท Dec 3Feast of St. Nicholas ยท Dec 6Bodhi Day ยท Dec 8Feast of the Immaculate Conception ยท Dec 8Human Rights Day ยท Dec 10Christmas Eve ยท Dec 24Christmas ยท Dec 25Hanukkah ยท Dec 25Boxing Day ยท Dec 26New Year's Eve ยท Dec 31All holidays in December โ
The winter solstice, around December 21, is the shortest day and longest night of the year in the northern hemisphere โ an astronomical turning point celebrated by many cultures.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the Winter Solstice guide.