Nine hours, 17 minutes and 35 seconds of sunlight will shine in Pittsburgh's sky on Christmas day. That's 37 seconds more than appeared on Monday, the winter solstice, and the shortest day of the year.

Dec. 19-25 Explained: How The Winter Solstice Can Bring Healing & Hope

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Dec. 19-25 Explained: How The Winter Solstice Can Bring Healing & Hope

Dec. 19-25 Explained: How The Winter Solstice Can Bring Healing & Hope