How many days until Meteorological Winter?
Meteorological Winter is on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. There are 136 days left until Meteorological Winter. Meteorological Winter is observed every year on December 1.
Date & Planning Details
Meteorological Winter is observed every year on December 1.
Usually treated as an observance, not a day off.
Meteorological Winter Calendar (2026-2100)
| Year | Date | Day | Days Left | Weekend? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | December 1 | Tue | 136 days | No |
| 2027 | December 1 | Wed | 501 days | No |
| 2028 | December 1 | Fri | 867 days | No |
| 2029 | December 1 | Sat | 1232 days | Yes |
| 2030 | December 1 | Sun | 1597 days | Yes |
| 2031 | December 1 | Mon | 1962 days | No |
| 2032 | December 1 | Wed | 2328 days | No |
| 2033 | December 1 | Thu | 2693 days | No |
| 2034 | December 1 | Fri | 3058 days | No |
| 2035 | December 1 | Sat | 3423 days | Yes |
What is Meteorological Winter?
Meteorological Winter begins on December 1 each year in the Northern Hemisphere. It is based on the calendar months of December, January, and February, which makes seasonal weather records easier to compare from year to year.
Calendar note
This countdown uses the meteorological season system, not the astronomical winter solstice.
Date variation note
Astronomical winter usually begins around December 21 or 22 in the Northern Hemisphere, depending on the year and time zone.
Planning note
Use this date for seasonal weather planning, winter travel preparation, heating checks, wardrobe changes, and early holiday-season scheduling.
Regional note
In the Southern Hemisphere, December 1 marks the start of meteorological summer, not winter.
Weather note
Meteorological winter is often used by weather services because it groups the coldest three-month period into one fixed season.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does meteorological winter start?
Meteorological winter starts on December 1 every year in the Northern Hemisphere.
Is this the same as the first day of astronomical winter?
No. Astronomical winter begins at the winter solstice, usually around December 21 or 22 in the Northern Hemisphere.
Why does meteorological winter start on December 1?
It uses full calendar months, so December, January, and February are grouped together for weather records and seasonal comparison.
Does meteorological winter start on the same date every year?
Yes. In the Northern Hemisphere, meteorological winter always starts on December 1.
Is December 1 winter everywhere?
No. It is the start of meteorological winter in the Northern Hemisphere, while the Southern Hemisphere enters meteorological summer.
This countdown uses the selected timezone to keep the live timer and date table consistent.
