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
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 21 | Monday |
| 2027 | December 21 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | December 21 | Thursday |
| 2029 | December 21 | Friday |
| 2030 | December 21 | Saturday |
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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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