Midwinter

Midwinter marks the midpoint of the winter season, typically around January 3rd or 4th in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the time when daylight is at its shortest and nights are longest. This period occurs after the winter solstice, which is the shortest day of the year, and before the arrival of increasing daylight. Historically, midwinter has been considered a time of reflection and celebration, signaling that longer days are ahead. While not an astronomical event like the solstice, midwinter serves as a mental and cultural marker of the season’s midpoint.