Working Days Calculator
Count the working days between two dates, skipping weekends and any public holidays you enter. Choose the weekend pattern used in your country.
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Working Days Calculator by TheCalcTools
How the Working Days Calculator works
Enter the first and last day of the period; both are counted. Choose which days are your weekend: Saturday and Sunday in most of the world, Friday and Saturday in several Gulf countries, or only Sunday in some workplaces.
The calculator counts each calendar day, sets aside the weekend days, and then subtracts the number of public holidays you enter that fall on working days. It does not know about specific holidays because they differ by country and year, so look up yours and enter the count.
The formula
Worked example
From 10 October to 31 December 2026, Saturday–Sunday weekends, 2 holidays:
| Period | October 10 to December 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Saturday and Sunday |
| Holidays | 2 |
- Calendar days (inclusive) = 83.
- Weekend days = 24.
- Working days = 83 − 24 − 2 holidays = 57.
Result:
| Working days | 57 |
|---|---|
| Weekend days | 24 |
| Calendar days (inclusive) | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the start date counted?
Yes, both the first and last dates are counted if they are working days.
How do I handle holidays?
Look up the public holidays for your country and year, count those that fall on a working day, and enter the total.
Why does the weekend setting matter?
Weekend days differ around the world. Several countries in the Gulf region use Friday and Saturday. Choose the pattern that matches your workplace.
Can I add working days to a date?
Use the date calculator for calendar days. For business-day deadlines, count with this tool and adjust.
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