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First Day of Winter 2026 Countdown details
There are 188 days until First Day of Winter on Monday, 21 December 2026.
- 📅 188 days
- 📅 26 weeks and 6 days
- 🕐 4512 hours
- 🛳️ 26 Atlantic crossings
About First Day of Winter 2026
The First Day of Winter marks the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere — the shortest day and longest night of the year ❄️ It's the astronomical start of winter, when the sun reaches its lowest point in the sky and the cold season officially begins.
While the days are short and temperatures drop, the winter solstice also marks the turning point when daylight starts gradually returning 🌨️ Count down to the official arrival of winter.
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How many days until First Day of Winter?
There are 188 days until First Day of Winter on Monday, 21 December 2026.
What date is First Day of Winter?
First Day of Winter falls on Monday, 21 December 2026.
How many weeks until First Day of Winter?
We've got 26 weeks and 6 days to wait before First Day of Winter.
How many months until First Day of Winter?
First Day of Winter is coming in about 7 months, on Monday, 21 December 2026.
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