Mastering Date Calculations
From planning project deadlines and notice periods to counting the exact days until your next vacation. This tool handles the complexities of the Gregorian calendar, including leap years and varying month lengths, so you don't have to.
Examples
Common date calculations and their results:
| Start Date | Operation | Result (Calendar) | Result (Business) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | +1 Day | Saturday | Monday |
| Friday | +3 Days | Monday | Wednesday |
| Jan 1 | to Jan 31 | 30 Days | 20-22 Days (varies) |
Calendar vs. Business Days
Most calculations need to account for weekends. Toggle 'Exclude Weekends' to calculate strict Business Days (Monday-Friday). This is essential for work deadlines, shipping estimates, and legal notice periods.
Inclusive vs. Exclusive
By default, 'Days Between' calculates the duration *elapsed* (Exclusive). If you need to include the start date in the count (e.g., for day-rate billing), simply add 1 to the final result.