📅

Days Until January 9th

days remaining
January 9th, 2026

About January 9th

January 9th is National Static Electricity Day, celebrating the science of static charge

📚 Interesting Facts

January 9th is National Static Electricity Day, celebrating the science of static charge

Richard Nixon was born on this day in 1913

In Panama, this is Martyrs' Day, a national holiday commemorating the 1964 flag riots

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, was born on January 9, 1982

The first balloon flight across the English Channel occurred on January 7, 1785, landing on the 9th

🎊 Traditions & Celebrations

Learning about static electricity and conducting fun science experiments

Panama observes Martyrs' Day with ceremonies and remembrance

Royal watchers celebrate Kate Middleton's birthday

Students use this day to explore electrostatics in science classes

Reflecting on political history and sovereignty movements

📜 Historical Events on This Day

1793

Jean-Pierre Blanchard made the first hot air balloon flight in the United States

1913

Richard Nixon, 37th President of the United States, was born

1964

Anti-American riots in Panama led to Martyrs' Day

1982

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, was born

2007

Apple CEO Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone

Why Count Down to January 9th?

Whether you're planning ahead, celebrating a tradition, or marking a personal milestone, tracking the countdown to January 9th helps you prepare and build anticipation. Use CountDay.org to:

  • Never miss important dates and plan accordingly
  • Build excitement as the day approaches
  • Share the countdown with friends and family
  • Set reminders and prepare for celebrations
  • Track multiple countdowns in one convenient place