Long ago, the transition into winter was a simple observation of the world's deep chill. But over time, two distinct groups—the sky-watchers and the record-keepers—developed their own "official" start dates.
Meteorologists (weather scientists) use a different system that is much simpler for record-keeping and climate statistics. when does winter technically start
While the "first day of winter" printed on most calendars refers to the solstice, scientists and weather experts often use a more consistent system. 1. Astronomical Winter (The Solstice) Long ago, the transition into winter was a