Groundhog Day 2027 date
Groundhog Day 2027 is on Tuesday, February 2, 2027. Groundhog Day is always February 2. Counting from October 12, 2026, that's 113 days, or 16.1 weeks, or roughly 3.7 months away. The live counter above uses your device's clock, so it's always accurate for where you are.
Groundhog Day dates for the next five years
Planning ahead, maybe a wedding, a trip or a long weekend? Here's when Groundhog Day falls through 2031, with the number of days from today.
| Year | Date | Weekday | Days from Oct 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | February 2 | Tuesday | 113 |
| 2028 | February 2 | Wednesday | 478 |
| 2029 | February 2 | Friday | 844 |
| 2030 | February 2 | Saturday | 1,209 |
| 2031 | February 2 | Sunday | 1,574 |
Because the date is fixed, the weekday shifts by one day each year (two after a leap day). In 2027 it's a Tuesday; in 2028 it's a Wednesday.
Is Groundhog Day 2027 a long weekend?
It falls on a Tuesday, so it's a mid-week holiday in 2027. Taking one or two days off next to it can turn it into a four-day break.
Nearby dates in 2027
Other dates close to it in 2027: Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Mon, Jan 18 (15 days before); Mardi Gras is Tue, Feb 9 (7 days after); Valentine's Day is Sun, Feb 14 (12 days after); Presidents' Day is Mon, Feb 15 (13 days after). Handy if you're trying to line up time off or avoid peak travel days.
Planning tip
If you're buying anything for it, whether flowers, food, costumes or decorations, shopping a week or two early is cheaper and way less stressful than the last-minute rush.
2026 vs. 2027
In 2026 it was on Monday, February 2, 2026; in 2027 it's Tuesday, February 2, 2027, 365 days later. For this year's full countdown, history and traditions, see our main Groundhog Day countdown, or check how many weeks until Groundhog Day.
Frequently asked questions
What day is Groundhog Day 2027?
Tuesday, February 2, 2027.
When is Groundhog Day 2028?
Wednesday, February 2, 2028.