New Year Countdown
How many days until the New Year?
Until New Year
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Date
January 1
New Year's Eve
December 31
Happens
Every year
Counting down to New Year's Day on January 1. The live timer above updates every second and automatically targets the next January 1 once the new year arrives — so it stays accurate year after year.
Frequently asked questions
What day of the week is New Year’s Day 2027?
January 1, 2027 falls on a Friday, so New Year’s Eve 2026 is a Thursday night and the new year starts with a long weekend.
When is New Year's Day?
New Year’s Day is January 1, and New Year’s Eve is the night before, December 31. The countdown above ticks down to midnight in your own timezone.
Does this countdown reset each year?
Yes — once the new year begins, the countdown automatically targets the next January 1.
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