Work Days in 2026
2026 has 261 weekdays (Monday–Friday) and 250 working days after the 11 US federal holidays.
Working days250
Weekdays261
Weekend days104
Work hours (8 h/day)2,000
2026 work days by month
| Month | Weekdays | Federal holidays | Work days | Work hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22 | 2 | 20 | 160 |
| February | 20 | 1 | 19 | 152 |
| March | 22 | 0 | 22 | 176 |
| April | 22 | 0 | 22 | 176 |
| May | 21 | 1 | 20 | 160 |
| June | 22 | 1 | 21 | 168 |
| July | 23 | 1 | 22 | 176 |
| August | 21 | 0 | 21 | 168 |
| September | 22 | 1 | 21 | 168 |
| October | 22 | 1 | 21 | 168 |
| November | 21 | 2 | 19 | 152 |
| December | 23 | 1 | 22 | 176 |
2026 federal holidays
- Thursday, January 1: New Year's Day
- Monday, January 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Monday, February 16: Washington's Birthday
- Monday, May 25: Memorial Day
- Friday, June 19: Juneteenth
- Friday, July 3: Independence Day (observed Jul 3)
- Monday, September 7: Labor Day
- Monday, October 12: Columbus Day
- Wednesday, November 11: Veterans Day
- Thursday, November 26: Thanksgiving Day
- Friday, December 25: Christmas Day
Source: OPM federal holidays. 2027 has 261 weekdays. See also work hours per year.
Frequently asked questions
How many work days are in 2026?
There are 261 weekdays in 2026. Subtracting the 11 federal holidays leaves 250 working days.
How many working hours are in 2026?
2088 hours at 8 hours per weekday, or 2000 hours excluding federal holidays.
Last updated October 10, 2026. How we calculate · Disclaimer