How Many Days Until Winter
Astronomical winter in the northern hemisphere begins at the December solstice, around 21 December — the shortest day.
- Date: Monday, 21 December 2026
- Counted in your local time zone — the clock above uses the time on your device.
- Next time after that: 21 December 2027
- In the southern hemisphere this season starts on 21 June 2027 — the dates are half a year apart.
When the counter reaches zero the page says «Happy Winter!» and, the next day, starts counting to 21 December 2027.