Winter Solstice in Independence
United States — December 21, 2026
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Independence
20:58:48
America/Chicago
GMT / UTC
01:58:48
Etc/UTC
Mecca
04:58:48
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/Chicago
- Population
- 117,255
- Coordinates
- 39.0911, -94.4155
Sun Times Today in Independence
Sunrise
05:57
Solar Noon
13:14
Sunset
20:31
Golden Hour
19:52
Daylight
14h 34m
Local time
Prayer Times Today in Independence
| Prayer | Time (Local) |
|---|---|
| Fajr | 04:04 |
| Sunrise | 05:57 |
| Dhuhr | 13:14 |
| Asr | 17:09 |
| Maghrib | 20:31 |
| Isha | 22:16 |
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/Chicago timezone.