The Shortest Day 2024. Winter solstice takes place on december 21, 2024, in the northern hemisphere and on june 21, 2025, in the southern hemisphere. In december, the winter solstice marks the exact moment the northern hemisphere is tilted the furthest away from the sun.

As holiday lights brighten streets and the season of cheer unfolds, dec. Winter solstice takes place on december 21, 2024, in the northern hemisphere and on june 21, 2025, in the southern hemisphere.