A standard Monday-to-Friday week contains 5 working days.
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Working Days Calculator
Count weekdays between two dates, excluding Saturdays and Sundays. Get an instant result with no signup.
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Complete the fields and select “Calculate result.” Your values stay in this browser.
When to use this calculator
Use this for a quick Monday-to-Friday count across a date range, such as an initial project or employment timeline estimate.
Formula
The calculator uses this formula:
Working days = Monday–Friday dates in the selected range
Figures are rounded for display. Calculations use the full entered values.
Worked examples
Public holidays are not excluded unless you subtract them separately.
What your result means
The result includes weekdays within the selected range and excludes Saturdays and Sundays. It does not know your country, employer calendar or individual work pattern.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming public holidays are removed automatically.
- Using the result for a six-day or rotating workweek.
- Forgetting that both selected dates are included in the weekday count.
Assumptions and limitations
- Monday through Friday are working days.
- Both boundary dates are included when they are weekdays.
- Public holidays, leave and shutdown periods are not excluded.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the working days calculator count dates?+
It uses calendar dates in your browser. The result shows the elapsed period; workplace policies may count start and end days differently.
Does it handle leap years?+
Yes. Calculations use real calendar dates, including leap days and month-length differences.
Should I rely on this for an employment deadline?+
Use it as a planning estimate and confirm the final date with your employment contract or HR team.