What is Business Days Calculator?
A working days calculator counts the number of business days (weekdays) between two dates, excluding Saturdays and Sundays. It can also add a specified number of business days to a start date to find the target date, useful for project planning, shipping estimates, and legal deadlines.
How to Count Working Days Between Two Dates
Calculate the number of business days between any two dates, excluding weekends.
- Select the mode: Choose between 'Count Workdays' (between two dates) or 'Add Workdays' (add business days to a date).
- Enter the dates: Select your start date and end date, or start date and number of business days to add.
- View the result: See the total working days, total weekend days, and the resulting date with day of week.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I count working days between two dates?
Enter the start and end dates in the Working Days Calculator. It counts only Monday through Friday between the dates, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.
How do I add business days to a date?
Switch to 'Add Workdays' mode, enter a start date and the number of business days to add. The calculator skips weekends and shows the resulting date.
Does the workdays calculator exclude holidays?
The calculator excludes weekends (Saturday and Sunday) by default. Public holidays vary by country, so you may need to subtract them manually.
How many working days are in a month?
A typical month has 20-23 working days depending on the number of weekends. February usually has 20 working days, while months with 31 days can have up to 23.
How many working days are in a year?
A standard year has approximately 260 working days (52 weeks × 5 weekdays). Leap years also have about 260-262 working days depending on which days the extra day falls on.
What's the difference between business days and calendar days?
Calendar days include all days (weekdays + weekends). Business days (working days) only count Monday through Friday. For example, 7 calendar days = 5 business days if no holidays.
How do I calculate a project deadline in business days?
Enter your project start date and the number of business days needed. The calculator skips weekends and shows the exact deadline date.