December

December is the twelfth and final month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world. It consists of 31 days and is known as a winter month in the Northern Hemisphere and a summer month in the Southern Hemisphere. The name “December” is derived from the Latin word “decem,” meaning “ten,” as it was originally the tenth month in the Roman calendar year, which began in March. December is often associated with various cultural and religious holidays, most notably Christmas on December 25, and New Year’s Eve on December 31. It is a time typically marked by festivities, celebrations, and winter-themed activities in many parts of the world.