There are a total of 20 to 23 weekdays in a month, depending on the number of days in the month and how weekends fall.
Since weekdays refer to Monday through Friday, the exact count varies each month. Factors such as public holidays can also impact the total number of working weekdays.
Whether you’re planning work schedules, tracking payroll, or organizing personal projects, knowing the number of weekdays in a month can be essential.
In this guide, we’ll break down the complete list of weekdays in a month, how to calculate weekdays in any given month and provide an overview of weekday averages.
Complete List of Weekdays in a Month
Here’s a breakdown of how many weekdays are in a month based on a typical calendar year:
January: 21-23 weekdays
February: 20-22 weekdays (depending on leap year)
March: 22-23 weekdays
April: 21-22 weekdays
May: 22-23 weekdays
June: 21-22 weekdays
July: 22-23 weekdays
August: 22-23 weekdays
September: 21-22 weekdays
October: 22-23 weekdays
November: 21-22 weekdays
December: 21-23 weekdays
These estimates may slightly vary based on how weekends fall each year.
How to Calculate How Many Weekdays Are in a Month
Step-by-Step Method:
Determine the total number of days in the month (e.g., January has 31 days, February has 28 or 29 days in a leap year).
Identify how many weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) occur in the month.
Subtract weekends from the total number of days.
The remaining count gives you the number of weekdays.
Factors That Affect the Number of Weekdays
- Month Length: Longer months tend to have more weekdays.
- Placement of Weekends: Some months start on a Saturday or Sunday, affecting the weekday count.
- Public Holidays: Some holidays that fall on weekdays reduce the effective workdays.
For further assistance in converting weeks into months, check out our Weeks to Months Calculator.
Conclusion
Utilize our complete list of weekdays in a month to help plan your work schedules, payroll, and projects efficiently. With most months containing 20 to 23 weekdays, understanding how weekends and holidays affect these numbers can optimize your planning.
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