The winter solstice is Saturday, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere — ideal conditions for holiday lights and warm blankets.


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Originally Published: <time datetime="2024-12-18 13:07:08">December 18, 2024 at 1:07 PM EST</time>

The winter solstice is Saturday, bringing the shortest day and longest night of the year to the Northern Hemisphere — ideal conditions for holiday lights and warm blankets.{ai:summary}<p>The winter solstice occurs on Saturday, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. This seasonal change creates perfect conditions for enjoying holiday lights and cozying up with warm blankets. </p><p>#culture</p>

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