How many days until winter?

The first day of winter is Monday, December 21, 2026, the December solstice. As of Friday, November 13, 2026, that is 38 days away. Astronomical winter starts at the December solstice, the shortest day of the year.

Winter

Monday, December 21, 2026

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Winter in the years ahead

YearDateDay
2026December 21Monday
2027December 21Tuesday
2028December 21Thursday
2029December 21Friday
2030December 21Saturday

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The first day of winter is Monday, December 21, 2026, the December solstice. As of Friday, November 13, 2026, that is 38 days away. Astronomical winter starts at the December solstice, the shortest day of the year.

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