The winter solstice marks the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. The solstice happens when the Earth's axis is tilted farthest from the sun, resulting in the shortest day of the year.

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The Winter Solstice is the shortest day and the longest night of the year, and it officially marks the start of winter. “The winter solstice is not so much a full day as ...

Sunday, Dec. 21 is the winter solstice, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year. Long before modern science explained the phenomenon, ancient cultures recognized the solstice as a ...

Happy First Day of Winter! Winter started late this morning around 10:03am. This is the shortest day of the year. You may also notice the noon sun appear lower in the sky and your shadow will be ...

WEBSITE. AFTER A BUMPY WEATHER DAY ON FRIDAY TURNED OUT PRETTY NICE TODAY. A LITTLE BIT ON THE COOL SIDE, BUT NOTHING UNUSUAL FOR THIS TIME OF YEAR. THE HIGH TEMPERATURE 44 STARTED AT 23. THE NORMALS ...

While the temperatures may not feel it, it is almost the first day of winter in South Carolina. The winter solstice signifies the beginning of the winter season. Falling a few days before Christmas, ...