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How many days until Winter?
Here's a live countdown to Winter. Astronomical winter begins around December 21 at the solstice.
Live countdown to Winter
59 days to go
Next Winter: Monday, December 21, 2026
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Exact December solstice times
Astronomical winter begins at the December solstice — the same instant everywhere on Earth, shown here in four time zones. Times are computed with Jean Meeus's algorithm (accurate to about a minute).
| Year | UTC | New York | London | New Delhi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Dec 21, 20:50 | Dec 21, 3:50 PM | Dec 21, 20:50 | Dec 22, 02:20 |
| 2027 | Dec 22, 02:42 | Dec 21, 9:42 PM | Dec 22, 02:42 | Dec 22, 08:12 |
| 2028 | Dec 21, 08:20 | Dec 21, 3:20 AM | Dec 21, 08:20 | Dec 21, 13:50 |
| 2029 | Dec 21, 14:14 | Dec 21, 9:14 AM | Dec 21, 14:14 | Dec 21, 19:44 |
| 2030 | Dec 21, 20:09 | Dec 21, 3:09 PM | Dec 21, 20:09 | Dec 22, 01:39 |
Meteorological winter starts on 1 December every year — weather services (such as the UK Met Office) use whole calendar months for statistics. In the Southern Hemisphere the seasons are reversed: this December solstice marks the start of summer there.
Frequently asked questions
4 answersHow many days until Winter?
The countdown at the top of this page shows exactly how many days are left until Winter. It updates live every second and always counts down to the next Winter, so the number is always current.
What day of the week is Winter 2026?
Winter 2026 falls on a Monday — Monday, December 21, 2026.
What is the difference between astronomical and meteorological winter?
Astronomical winter starts at the December solstice (around December 21), while meteorological winter always starts on 1 December, so that seasons line up with whole months for weather records.
Can I count down to a different date?
Yes — use the Countdown to Date tool to set any custom date and time.