Winter Solstice in Independence
United States — December 21, 2026
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Independence
09:11:58
America/New_York
GMT / UTC
13:11:58
Etc/UTC
Mecca
16:11:58
UTC+3
About Winter Solstice
The shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, typically occurring around December 21-22.
Based on solar calculation. Actual date may vary by local authority or moon sighting.
Independence Quick Facts
- Country
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Population
- 26,819
- Coordinates
- 38.9431, -84.5441
Sun Times Today in Independence
Sunrise
07:05
Solar Noon
13:38
Sunset
20:12
Golden Hour
19:36
Daylight
13h 7m
Local time
Prayer Times Today in Independence
| Prayer | Time (Local) |
|---|---|
| Fajr | 05:30 |
| Sunrise | 07:05 |
| Dhuhr | 13:38 |
| Asr | 17:19 |
| Maghrib | 20:12 |
| Isha | 21:40 |
Based on MWL calculation method. Local time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Winter Solstice in Independence?
- Winter Solstice in Independence falls on Monday, December 21, 2026.
- What timezone is Independence in?
- Independence is in the America/New_York timezone.