dhjetor

Dhjetor is the Albanian name for December, the twelfth month of the Gregorian calendar. It marks the end of the calendar year and contains 31 days. The name derives from the Albanian word for ten, dhjetë, reflecting the month’s origin as the tenth month in the old Roman calendar, even though it is now the twelfth.

In the Northern Hemisphere, Dhjetor falls in winter. The period typically features cold weather and shorter daylight hours, with the winter solstice occurring around December 21 or 22. The month is commonly associated with winter holidays and end-of-year preparations in many cultures.

Notable observances in December include Christmas on December 25 in Western Christian tradition. In Albania, Christmas is commonly celebrated on December 25, while some Orthodox communities observe Christmas on January 7. December also encompasses New Year’s Eve on December 31, which is celebrated globally as the transition to the new year. The month can thus carry themes of reflection, gift-giving, and festive gatherings, alongside regional or religious customs depending on local traditions.