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Days Between Dates Calculator

Count the exact number of calendar days between two dates, with optional end-date inclusion.

Start Date

End Date

Difference:

364 Days (52 weeks and 0 days)

How to Use the Days Between Dates Calculator

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About this Tool

Calculate total calendar days between any two dates, with option to include or exclude the start and end dates.

Gregorian Calendar & Business Day Calculation

Business Days = Total Calendar Days - Weekends (Sat/Sun) - US Federal Holidays

Calendar calculations compute exact day differentials while adjusting for leap years (divisible by 4, except century years unless divisible by 400) and standard US federal holiday shifts.

Worked Example: Project SLA Turnaround Example

Input:

Start Date: Monday, Oct 5 | End Date: Friday, Oct 30

Output:

20 Working Business Days (excluding 8 weekend days and Columbus Day)

Provides exact business turnaround dates for commercial contracts and legal SLAs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which US federal holidays are excluded from business days?

Standard federal holidays include New Year Day, MLK Day, Washington Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.

How do business days differ from calendar days in legal contracts?

Calendar days include every consecutive day from Sunday through Saturday. Business days exclude Saturdays, Sundays, and official statutory bank holidays.

How do leap years affect exact age calculations?

A solar year is approximately 365.2425 days. Leap years insert February 29 every 4 years, which our algorithm factors into exact year, month, and day age calculations.

Calculation Standards

Built in compliance with ISO 8601 international date representation and Title 5 US Code 6103 federal holiday schedules. For tax, legal, or medical advice, consult certified professionals.

Related Practical Guide

How to Calculate Business Days: Turnaround Times, SLA Deadlines & Holiday Rules

Understand the difference between calendar days and business days. Learn how to calculate contract SLAs, exclude US federal holidays, and write Excel NETWORKDAYS formulas.

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