The winter solstice is this Saturday, December 21, marking the official start of winter and the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere.
Here’s everything to know about the astrological phenomenon and how the solstice will effect Chicago!
What is the winter solstice?
The winter solstice occurs annually on December 21, when the earth’s axis positions the Northern Hemisphere at the furthest possible point from the sun. The phenomena marks the briefest day of the year for much of the world!
How much daylight will Chicago get on the solstice?
Chicago will see just 9 full hours of sunlight on the winter solstice, with the sun rising at 7:15am and setting at just 4:21pm, according to Time and Date.
The astronomical event marks the longest day and night of the year in the windy city.
What happens after the solstice?
The decreased daylight on the solstice might give you a case of the winter blues, but don’t worry! After the winter solstice, the sun will slowly begin to set later and later over Chicago.
Pretty soon we’ll be back to 8pm sunsets in the Windy City, and some warmer temps too!