When does winter offically start? It is the 21st of dec at what exact hour does it start?and minute too?

Question

my son needs to know this for his class on wednesday.

Answer 1

hahaha, it depends on where you live.
in alaska Dec. 21 is a HUGE celebration because it means we are tipping back to the sun!

Answer 2

The exact time of the solstice changes from year to year.

The following link says that for 2006 it occurs at 22 minutes after midnight on December 22, GMT. That would be 7:22 pm EST on December 21.

Answer 3

Hey there! I hope that what I am going to say is going to help you!
Of course, winter does officially start on December 21st. It is called "The Winter Solstice." Now listen to these couple of parts, and I'll explain to the best of my ability. On this day, the North Pole points away from the Sun. Now, the Northern Hemisphere receives it shortest period of daylight, and its least direct ray. Now, remember that we are in the Northern Hemisphere so while we are starting our winter, while such countries like Australia, parts of Africa and Asia are starting their summer. For what I read, precisely at 7:22 PM Eastern Standard Time is when it starts. Here's the site if you need, especially if your son's teacher ask for sources:
www.geography.about.com/cs/calendarsseason/a/winter.htm
I hope that this explanation will help!! Take and good luck!!

Answer 4

22 minutes after midnight GMT on 12/22/2006