After what feels like eons of eternal gloom, the days are finally going to get longer.
And as the sun in the UK creeps up bit by bit, it signals changes to come in the cosmos – but what does that mean for your star sign?
Speaking to FEMAIL, celebrity psychic and astrologer Inbaal Honigman revealed that the period signals a flurry of partying for some and a cosy, calming down for others.
‘The Winter Solstice is the shortest day, and the longest night of the year. Known also as Midwinter, it occurs on 21 December,’ the expert revealed.
‘It is the end of the vivacious Sagittarius season and the start of the focused Capricorn season.
‘Following that night, the days will start to grow longer, nights will be getting shorter, and a chain reaction of rebirth will come into being.
‘As darkness diminishes and light returns, nature will begin to reawaken.
‘But for now, the darkest day and night are experienced differently by the different signs.’
Here, Inbaal reveals what awaits different astrological signs as the winter begins to thaw…
ARIES
(March 21 – April 20)
You’re a passionate optimist, Aries, and therefore you see the positive in anything, even the darkest part of the year.
For those born under the sign of the Ram, the Winter Solstice is an opportunity to reset, recharge, and blast forward.
The next big Solar event – the Spring Equinox, will be the start of Aries season, and you want to achieve so much before you get there!
TAURUS
(April 21 – May 21)
You enjoy being cosy and warm, away from prying eyes, Taurus, and you low key love the opportunity to curl up at home with an old book.
Those born under the sign of the Bull appreciate the long nights, and can celebrate the earliest sunset of the year at Midwinter.
You know that soon the new year will arrive, with its parties and goal setting and other exhausting things, so for now, don’t mind if you make another mug of gingerbread hot choc.
GEMINI
(May 22 – June 22)
You’re the ultimate party animal, so the entire festive season is your jam, Gemini, and you’ve been bouncing between gatherings and celebrations for weeks now.
Those born under the sign of the Twins have more invitations than they can handle, so the early Midwinter sunset allows them to fit multiple events in one evening.
You absolutely do not mind celebrating through the storms, the rain, and the long dark night, because you’re not looking forward to dry January and the gym.
CANCER
(June 23 – July 23)
Sensitive and family minded, your festive season is a time to catch up with siblings, nieces and aunties, Cancer, and you’d rather do all that at home anyway.
Days, nights and weekends are all the same to those born under the sign of the Crab, as their schedule is determined by the needs of those around them, not by the weather or the calendar date.
The longest night, the shortest night, and everything in between are fine by you, as you bake your famous Victoria sponge for your thankful house guests, rain or shine.
LEO
(July 24 – August 23)
Sunny and positive in your nature, the dead of winter is not your cheeriest time, Leo. You’re literally solar powered, as your planetary ruler is the Sun.
Those born under the sign of the Lion like their days longer and their evenings brighter. They feel more at home at a garden party than a noisy, messy festive event.
Patient and confident, they’ll wait for the mornings to grow sunnier, and for nights to start getting shorter, with great anticipation.
VIRGO
(August 24 – September 23)
Friendly and sociable, you’re happy to celebrate anything, Virgo. If there’s an interesting moment in the natural world, it’s fascinating to you.
Those born under the sign of the Virgin are curious, so the full moon, the new moon, the longest day, the shortest day are all reasons to get excited.
The festive season as a whole is a bit much for you, because you don’t want to forget any seasonal tradition, so Midwinter is a favourite, since it requires no prior planning.
LIBRA
(September 24 – October 23)
You’re a graceful and elegant sign, so the beauty of the shortest day isn’t lost on you, Libra. You appreciate the unique aesthetic of winter.
Those born under the sign of the Scales enjoy balance, so the Equinox is more your time of year. But you can bask in the flattering glow of the 3pm sunset.
Chaotic, messy festive parties aren’t really your kind of thing anyway, so a circle of close friends chatting about the seasons sounds like a better idea to your Libran mind.
SCORPIO
(October 24 – November 22)
Enigmatic and intense, you love the dark side of the year, Scorpio. You’re a great secret-keeper, and appreciate life’s shadows and mysteries.
For those born under the sign of the Scorpion, the longer the night, the longer the party, so you’ll pack your leather boots and head out.
Only those closest to you know you really well, as you keep your cards close to your chest, so the shortest day makes you feel less exposed.
SAGITTARIUS
(November 23 – December 21)
Midwinter is the exact end of Sagittarius season, so this one may feel personal, Sagi. Your fun-loving ways create the glittery highs of the festive season, and then on the 21st, there’s a change.
Those born under the sign of the Archer are free spirited and enthusiastic. Always up for a party, their energy is boundless.
When you kiss Sagittarius season goodbye, at Midwinter, you can’t wait for it to start again next year. For you it truly is the most wonderful time of the year
CAPRICORN
(December 22 – January 20)
On the Winter Solstice, Capricorn season begins, and everyone becomes a bit more like you, Capricorn. Ambitious, focused and goal-oriented, what’s not to like?
Those born under the sign of the Sea-goat are smart and mature, and since your season is just about to begin, others will behave like grown-ups too.
It’s no accident that gym memberships, porridge and vegan products are popular in the new year, since Capricorn’s discipline is contagious.
AQUARIUS
(January 21 – February 19)
The natural world is important to you, Aquarius, and the Winter Solstice is a time of endings, when all of nature is asleep.
Those born under the sign of the Water-bearer look at the future ahead with optimism and positivity.
Now we’ve gone through the Midwinter point, nature will return, and anticipation is stirred.
PISCES
(February 20 – March 20)
You’re a dreamer, Pisces, a lover of illusions, and you let your imagination run wild. Midwinter evokes thoughts of ceremonies on a hillside, stone circles and drums.
Those born under the sign of the Fish are susceptible to romantic notions of days gone by, the Winter Solstice feels like something out of an old book or folk tales.
While the days were getting shorter, Pisces notices the earlier sunsets, and now they’ll feel optimistic to see the trend reversed.
Inbaal Honigman, celebrity psychic, www.inbaal.com
