📅 Workday Calculator

Calculate business days, excluding weekends and holidays. Plan your work schedule effectively.

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Business Days Calculator

Calculate the number of working days between two dates, automatically excluding weekends and holidays.

Calendar View

Visual calendar showing workdays, weekends, and holidays in the selected date range.

July 2025

Workday
Weekend
Holiday

Holiday Management

Manage public holidays for different countries and add custom holidays.
🇺🇸 United States
Federal holidays
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Bank holidays
🇨🇦 Canada
Statutory holidays
🇦🇺 Australia
Public holidays

United States Federal Holidays 2025

HolidayDateDay of WeekType
New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2025WednesdayFederal
Martin Luther King Jr. DayJanuary 20, 2025MondayFederal
Presidents' DayFebruary 17, 2025MondayFederal
Memorial DayMay 26, 2025MondayFederal
Independence DayJuly 4, 2025FridayFederal
Labor DaySeptember 1, 2025MondayFederal
Columbus DayOctober 13, 2025MondayFederal
Veterans DayNovember 11, 2025TuesdayFederal
ThanksgivingNovember 27, 2025ThursdayFederal
Christmas DayDecember 25, 2025ThursdayFederal

Custom Holidays

Common Examples

Typical business scenarios and workday calculations.

Project Planning Examples

ScenarioStart DateEnd DateBusiness DaysNotes
Sprint Planning (2 weeks)July 1, 2025July 14, 202510 daysStandard 2-week sprint
Monthly ReportJuly 1, 2025July 31, 202523 daysFull month excluding July 4th
Quarterly ReviewJuly 1, 2025September 30, 202566 daysQ3 planning period
Annual BudgetJanuary 1, 2025December 31, 2025261 daysFull year 2025
Summer ProjectJune 15, 2025August 15, 202544 daysSummer development cycle

Leave and Vacation Planning

Leave TypeDurationBusiness DaysCalendar DaysRecommendation
Long WeekendFri-Mon2 days4 daysGood work-life balance
Week VacationMon-Fri5 days7 daysStandard vacation
Two Week VacationMon-Fri (2 weeks)10 days14 daysExtended break
Holiday BridgeAround holiday3-4 days5-9 daysMaximize holiday time
Year-end BreakDec 23 - Jan 26 days11 daysPopular time off
Tips for Workday Planning:
  • Buffer Time: Add 10-20% extra time for unexpected delays in project planning
  • Holiday Awareness: Check holiday calendars when planning international projects
  • Team Availability: Consider team vacation schedules in your calculations
  • Weekend Work: Some projects may require weekend work - adjust calculations accordingly
  • Time Zones: Different countries have different holiday schedules

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are business days? Business days are Monday through Friday, excluding public holidays. They represent typical working days in most countries.
  • Are Saturdays considered business days? Generally no, but some businesses operate Monday-Saturday. Use the checkbox options to include Saturdays if needed.
  • How are holidays handled? Public holidays that fall on weekdays are excluded from business day counts. Holidays on weekends typically don't affect the count.
  • What if a holiday falls on a weekend? In many countries, holidays falling on weekends are observed on the adjacent weekday (usually Monday). Check your local regulations.
  • Do different countries have different holiday schedules? Yes, each country has its own set of public holidays. Select your country/region for accurate calculations.
  • Can I add custom holidays? Yes, use the custom holidays section to add company-specific days off, regional holidays, or personal events.
  • How accurate are the holiday dates? Holiday dates are based on official government calendars but may vary by region. Always verify with local sources for critical planning.
  • What about half-day holidays? This calculator treats partial holidays as full days off. For precise planning, consider half-days separately.