When does the Northern Hemisphere receive the fewest hours of daylight?
A. during the fall equinox
B. during the winter solstice
C. during the spring equinox
D. during the summer solstice

The Northern Hemisphere receives the fewest hours of daylight during the winter solstice, around December 21st or 22nd. This is when the North Pole is tilted farthest away from the Sun, resulting in the shortest day of the year. Equinoxes have equal day and night lengths but do not represent the minimum daylight hours. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

The Northern Hemisphere experiences the fewest hours of daylight during the winter solstice, occurring around December 21st or 22nd. This is when the North Pole is tilted farthest away from the Sun, resulting in the shortest day. Equinoxes do not have the minimum daylight hours, as they represent equal day and night lengths.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-09