Some clarifications on this article, First, the Winter Solstice STARTS at 10:27 PM on December 21st., so therefore, the first day, 24-hours long, of winter would be Friday the 22nd.
Second, the Winter Solstice is NOT the shortest day of the year, that day is still 24-hours long, it is the shortest SUNLIT day of the year.
Some clarifications on this article, First, the Winter Solstice STARTS at 10:27 PM on December 21st., so therefore, the first day, 24-hours long, of winter would be Friday the 22nd.
Second, the Winter Solstice is NOT the shortest day of the year, that day is still 24-hours long, it is the shortest SUNLIT day of the year.