Astronomical Winter the season of frosty mornings and cozy nights, descends upon the Northern Hemisphere around December 21st, coinciding with the downtime solstice. This elysian event marks the shortest day of the time and the longest night, as the Earth's axis tilts farthest down from the sun. As December, January, and February unfold, the Northern Hemisphere gests the bite of downtime's grasp. The Earth's position in its route causes the sun's shafts to strike at a lower angle, performing in shorter days and cooler temperatures. Snow robes the geography, transubstantiating it into a downtime wonderland, while icy winds nip at exposed skin.
Astronomical downtime brings with it a sense of stillness and soul-searching. Nature enters a period of dormancy, as trees exfoliate their leaves and creatures retreat to their burrows. Yet, beneath the frosty face, life continues to thrive, with certain shops and creatures acclimated to repel the cold wave. Winter's goods are felt far beyond the natural world. It shapes mortal geste, impacting everything from apparel choices to vacation traditions. People gather around roaring fires, belt hot cocoa, and enjoy the warmth of each other's company. Winter also fosters a sense of community, as neighbors come together to shovel snow and share inventories during snowstorms.
Meteorological Winter, the season of frosty mornings and chilly nights, spans from December 1st to February 28th in the Northern Hemisphere. Unlike astronomical downtime, which is grounded on the Earth's position relative to the sun, meteorological downtime is defined by the timetable months. As December, January, and February unfold, the Northern Hemisphere gests the full force of downtime's icy grip. The Earth's position in its route causes the sun's shafts to strike at a lower angle, performing in shorter days and longer nights. This shift brings cooler temperatures and frequently brings snowfall, turning geographies into graphic scenes of white. Meteorological downtime has a profound effect on both nature and mortal conditioning. Trees lose their leaves, and creatures hibernate or resettle to warmer climates. Meanwhile, people rush up in warm apparel, enjoy downtime sports like skiing and snowboarding, and gather around fires to stay cozy. Winter leaves like Christmas and New Year's Eve are celebrated during this time, bringing communities together for gleeful gatherings and traditions. It's also a season for reflection and soul-searching, as people look back on the time gone in and make plans for the future.
Year | Winter Starts | Winter Ends |
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Winter 2023 | Thursday, December 21 2023 | Monday, March 20 2023 |
Winter 2024 | Saturday, December 21 2024 | Tuesday, March 19 2024 |
Winter 2025 | Sunday, December 21 2025 | Thursday, March 20 2025 |
Winter 2026 | Monday, December 21 2026 | Friday, March 20 2026 |
Winter 2027 | Tuesday, December 21 2027 | Saturday, March 20 2027 |
Winter 2028 | Thursday, December 21 2028 | Sunday, March 19 2028 |
Winter 2029 | Friday, December 21 2029 | Tuesday, March 20 2029 |
Winter 2030 | Saturday, December 21 2030 | Wednesday, March 20 2030 |
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Name(s): | Winter, Winter solstice, December solstice |
Type: | Season |
When: | Astronomical - Dec 20th to 23rd Meteorological - December, January, and February (Northern Hemisphere) |
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09 WED | Leif Erikson Day |
13 SUN | Navy Birthday |
14 MON | Columbus Day |
15 TUE | White Cane Safety Day |
16 WED | Boss's Day |
19 SAT | Sweetest Day |
31 THU | Halloween |