How Many Days Until January 20th?
That's 31 weeks and 5 days
There are 222 days until January 20, 2027, which falls on a Wednesday. That is 31 weeks and 5 days, or roughly 7.3 months from today.
This page updates automatically every day, so you can bookmark it or add January 20th to your countdowns to keep track.
What Day of the Week Is January 20th?
| Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|
| January 20, 2027 | Wednesday |
| January 20, 2028 | Thursday |
| January 20, 2029 | Saturday |
| January 20, 2030 | Sunday |
| January 20, 2031 | Monday |
| January 20, 2032 | Tuesday |
About January 20th
US Presidential Inaugurations occur every four years on January 20th (since 1937), changed by the 20th Amendment to shorten the 'lame duck' period. Below you'll find notable facts, observances, and historical events associated with January 20th — along with a live countdown to the next time it comes around.
📚 Interesting Facts About January 20th
US Presidential Inaugurations occur every four years on January 20th (since 1937), changed by the 20th Amendment to shorten the 'lame duck' period
The 20th Amendment was ratified on January 23, 1933, but didn't take effect until 1937 for FDR's second inauguration
The coldest inauguration was Ronald Reagan's second in 1985 at only 7°F, while FDR's 1937 inauguration saw record rainfall of 1.77 inches
January 20th marks the beginning of Aquarius in astrology and is celebrated with various observances including National Penguin Day
On January 20, 1981, 52 American hostages were released from Iran minutes after Reagan's swearing-in, ending their 444-day ordeal
🎊 Traditions & Celebrations
Inauguration Day: US Presidential oath of office at noon at the Capitol (every 4 years)
International Day of Acceptance: Celebrating diversity and individuals of all abilities since 2010
National Penguin Day: Raising awareness about penguins and environmental conservation
National DJ Day: Honoring disc jockeys and the legacy of Alan Freed who popularized rock 'n' roll
Saint Sebastian's Day: Catholic observance with religious processions and masses honoring the Roman soldier martyred for his faith
📜 Historical Events on January 20th
China ceded Hong Kong to Britain with the signing of the Chuenpi Convention during the First Opium War
Franklin D. Roosevelt's second inauguration, the first held on January 20th under the new 20th Amendment
The Wannsee Conference took place in Berlin, a pivotal meeting in Nazi Germany's Holocaust planning
Dwight D. Eisenhower inaugurated as president, ending 20 years of Democratic presidencies
John F. Kennedy delivered his famous inaugural address with the line 'Ask not what your country can do for you'
Ronald Reagan inaugurated as 40th president; Iran released 52 American hostages the same day
Audrey Hepburn, beloved actress and humanitarian, died in Switzerland at age 63
Yasser Arafat elected president of the Palestinian National Council with 88.1% of the vote
Barack Obama inaugurated as the first African American president of the United States
Joe Biden became the oldest person to assume the presidency at 78; Kamala Harris became first female VP
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until January 20th?
As of June 12, 2026, there are 222 days until January 20, 2027. The live countdown at the top of this page updates automatically every day.
How many weeks until January 20th?
There are 31 weeks and 5 days until January 20, 2027 (about 7.3 months), counted from June 12, 2026.
What day of the week is January 20th?
January 20, 2027 falls on a Wednesday. In 2028 it falls on a Thursday; In 2029 it falls on a Saturday; In 2030 it falls on a Sunday.
What day of the year is January 20th?
US Presidential Inaugurations occur every four years on January 20th (since 1937), changed by the 20th Amendment to shorten the 'lame duck' period.
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