How the countdown works
days until = next January 1 − start datethe next January 1 that has not yet arrived
- start date
- where you count from, today by default
- January 1
- the fixed target date
- days until
- whole days left until then
The count always points at the next January 1, so on New Year's Day itself it reads zero and then flips to a full year ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How many days until New Year?
Leave the date on today; the days-until line counts to the next January 1.
What weekday does the new year start on?
The weekday line shows it, and it shifts by one or two days each year.
Does it work from a past date?
Yes, pick any start date and it counts forward to the next January 1.
How many weeks until New Year?
The weeks line splits the day count into weeks and any spare days.