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january

January 2026

January is the first month of the year in the Gregorian calendar and has 31 days. The name comes from Janus, the Roman god of beginnings and transitions, symbolizing new starts.

In the Northern Hemisphere, January is usually the coldest month of winter, while in the Southern Hemisphere it falls in summer. January is known for New Year celebrations, fresh resolutions, and important observances like Martin Luther King Jr. Day (USA) and Republic Day (India).

Its birthstone is Garnet, its birth flowers are Carnation and Snowdrop, and zodiac signs are Capricorn and Aquarius.

Frequently asked questions about January Calendar

  • How many days are in January?

    31 days.

  • What is the zodiac sign for January?

    Capricorn (Dec 22–Jan 19) and Aquarius (Jan 20–Feb 18).

  • What is the birthstone for January?

    Garnet.

  • What is the birth flower for January?

    Carnation and Snowdrop.

  • Which season is January in?

    Winter in the Northern Hemisphere, Summer in the Southern Hemisphere.