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Northern Hemisphere
Every story about Northern Hemisphere, updated as news breaks.
What to know
- The winter solstice occurred on December 21, 2025, at 9:03 AM Central Standard Time. Dec 21
- This event marks the shortest day and longest night for the Northern Hemisphere. Dec 21
- The winter solstice occurred on December 21, 2025, at 10:03 am EST. Dec 21
- December 22, 2025, is the day after the solstice and is not the shortest day. Dec 21
- Peak Lyrid activity runs from late evening tonight until early April 2. Apr 22
Timeline
- Dec 21, 2025
- Dec 21, 2025
- Apr 22, 2025

