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Winter Solstice: Shortest Day Sparks Stargazing in NJ

12/8/2025

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The winter solstice falls on December 21 or 22, marking the Northern Hemisphere's shortest day of the year.
In New Jersey, daylight on this day lasts about 9½ hours.
Astronomer Gary Swangin notes the solstice allows for earlier stargazing opportunities.
Meanwhile, the Southern Hemisphere experiences its longest day of the year.

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The winter solstice falls on December 21 or 22, marking the Northern Hemisphere's shortest day of the year.
In New Jersey, daylight on this day lasts about 9½ hours.
Astronomer Gary Swangin notes the solstice allows for earlier stargazing opportunities.
Meanwhile, the Southern Hemisphere experiences its longest day of the year.