How it's counted
January 1 moves forward one weekday each year, and two after a leap day. That is why January 2 lands on a different day every year.
January 2 in other years
| Year | Day of the week | Week number |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Tuesday | 1 |
| 2025 | Thursday | 1 |
| 2026 | Friday | 1 |
| 2027 | Saturday | 53 |
| 2028 | Sunday | 52 |
| 2029 | Tuesday | 1 |
| 2030 | Wednesday | 1 |
| 2031 | Thursday | 1 |
| 2032 | Friday | 1 |
| 2033 | Sunday | 53 |
| 2034 | Monday | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What day is January 2 this year?
January 2, 2027 is a Saturday.
What day is January 2 next year?
January 2, 2028 is a Sunday.