Days Until Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day 2027 falls on a Tuesday. Here's exactly how much time is left.
About this date
Groundhog Day is observed every February 2, rooted in the older European Candlemas tradition that used a hedgehog's (or in the US, a groundhog's) shadow to forecast the rest of winter. The modern American version began in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania in 1887: if the groundhog sees its shadow, tradition says winter drags on another six weeks; no shadow means an early spring. It's folklore rather than meteorology — the forecast is part of the tradition's charm, not something to plan around. This page always counts down to the next upcoming Groundhog Day — bookmark it and it stays accurate year after year.
Groundhog Day dates, 2027–2034
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | February 2 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | February 2 | Wednesday |
| 2029 | February 2 | Friday |
| 2030 | February 2 | Saturday |
| 2031 | February 2 | Sunday |
| 2032 | February 2 | Monday |
| 2033 | February 2 | Wednesday |
| 2034 | February 2 | Thursday |
Between 2027 and 2034, Groundhog Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday 2 times, in 2030 and 2031. Because the date is fixed, its weekday moves forward by one each year, or by two when a February 29 falls in between.
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Frequently asked questions
What date is Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day is always February 2 on the Gregorian calendar.
What does Groundhog Day actually predict?
By tradition, if the groundhog sees its shadow, there are six more weeks of winter; if it doesn't, spring arrives early. It's a folk tradition, not a real weather forecast.
Is Groundhog Day a public holiday?
No — it isn't a federal or public holiday in the US or elsewhere. It's a cultural tradition, centered on organized events in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, and observed informally elsewhere in the US and Canada.