Season
December Solstice 2028
| Date | December 21, 2028 |
| Type | Season |
| Visible from | Visible everywhere in the US and Canada as the shortest day of the year (winter solstice) north of the equator. |
The Sun reaches its southernmost point overhead, marking the astronomical start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and coincides almost exactly with a rare total lunar eclipse on New Year's Eve.
Best viewing tip
Pair this solstice with the December 31, 2028 total lunar eclipse for a memorable end-of-year sky-watching week.