It's the winter solstice today, so when will mornings get lighter? (opens original article in a new tab)

The winter solstice in the southern hemisphere on June 21 marks the shortest day, with mornings remaining dark for weeks as days gradually lengthen.

• Winter solstice in southern hemisphere occurs on June 21, marking the shortest day of the year.
• Sunrise times continue to get later for several weeks after the solstice, while sunset times get earlier.
• Earliest sunsets occur before the solstice and latest sunrises happen after, with variations depending on location.