Witching Hour
/ˈwɪtʃ.ɪŋ ˈaʊ.ər/noun
The time of night associated with supernatural events, particularly witchcraft.
Did you know?The Witching Hour traditionally falls between 3 and 4 AM, a time believed to be when the veil between worlds is thinnest, allowing spirits to roam freely.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
English
wych
“A term for a sorceress or female practitioner of magic.”
16th Century
English
witching
“The act of casting spells or practicing witchcraft.”
Late 17th Century
English
witching hour
“The hour believed to be most associated with witchcraft and supernatural occurrences.”
19th Century
English
witching hour
“Popularized in folklore as a time when witches were believed to gather and perform rituals.”
Modern English
English
witching hour
“Commonly understood as the time when dark magic and supernatural events are most potent.”