Solstițiul de iarnă 2026. Data la care are loc cea mai lungă noapte din an - WOWbiz.ro

The winter solstice in 2026 will occur on December 21 at 22:49, marking the shortest day and the start of astronomical winter. Following this event, days will gradually lengthen until the summer solstice in June 2027. The solstice has historical significance, celebrated by various cultures through festivals and rituals. It symbolizes the sun's lowest position in the sky and is associated with traditions like the Roman Saturnalia and the Inca Inti Raymi. The solstice also marks the entry into Capricorn, emphasizing planning and organization for the new year.