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That's not surprising considering we are experiencing some of the coldest days so far this year.
And you better keep those winter woollens close by as the frosty conditions are set to continue.
According the the Bureau of Meteorology Goulburn dropped to its lowest point of -3.8 at about 2.19am on June 20, while a reading taken at Moss Vale at about the same time was slightly warmer at -1.4.
Both areas had snuck just above 10 degrees for a top daily temperature with the mercury hitting a still chilly 10.1 degrees by midday in Goulburn and the Moss Vale temperature reading at 11.30am sitting at 10.3 degrees.
With the forecast suggesting snow falls above 1300 metres over the next few days people across the Southern Inlands can expect more cold days ahead.
And all would be wise to pack jackets, scarves, beanies and gloves if you are planning to get out and about across the weekend.
The Bureau has forecast a cloudy Friday June 21 with a high chance of showers and expected top temperature of 10.
Similar conditions are expected across the inlands over the weekend with an anticipated top temperature of 11 on Saturday and 12 on Sunday.
The chilly forecast comes as we mark the Winter Solstice.
When is the 2024 winter solstice?
It's on Friday, June 21 and while it's often called the shortest day of the year, it's actually the day with the least amount of daylight hours.
The lack of daylight it because the southern hemisphere is at its furthest tilt away from the sun, the exact moment this occurs will be at 6.50am AEST.
In terms of daylight, this day is four hours, 37 minutes shorter than the December solstice.
What happens during the winter solstice?
The winter solstice has long been a time of ancient rituals, traditions and offerings to the gods.
Many believe Stonehenge, in England, was built to track the sun's movements and the day before a planned ceremony at the ancient site, it was graffitied by anti-oil and coal protesters.
Others use the event as an excuse for a cold ocean swim, sometimes in the nude, to mark the day.
Across the Illawarra and South Coast a number of activities are being held to mark the event, including:
- Sounds of Winter Solstice is on at The Pantha Way in Port Kembla on Friday, June 21 at 6.15pm, with activities led by yoga guide Catherine Tran.
- Weaving Winter Solstice at Callala Bay on Saturday, June 22 at 4pm.
- Coincidentally, Wollongong Swim Club are holding a qualifying event for the NSW Country SC Championships on Friday, June 21. While it's not technically a winter solstice event, club spokeswoman Kelly Dale said it's the last chance for swimmers to qualify.
For the region's extensive what's on guide, click here.
Do you have some frosty pics to share with us? Email them to sally.foy@austcommunitymedia.com.au.
