Shortest Day 2024 Sunset Time. The uk is about to see its shortest day of the year, with the winter solstice to occur later this week. The winter solsitice is both the shortest day of the year and also the longest night.

In 2024, the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere will take place on saturday, december 21, at 11:20 a.m. Don’t worry, the shortest day of the year is closer than you think.