Australia Winter Solstice 2024 Predictions. When will the sun rise and set this winter solstice? During our winter, sunlight strikes the southern hemisphere at a steeper angle, spreading it over a larger area, meaning the ground receives less heat during winter than during summer.
So, what is the winter solstice and why does it happen? In december, the winter solstice marks the exact moment the northern hemisphere is tilted the furthest away from the sun.