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October 2026
October is the tenth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it has 31 days. In the Northern Hemisphere, October is part of the autumn season, when temperatures begin to cool and leaves change color. In the Southern Hemisphere, it falls during the spring season.
The name October comes from the Latin word “octo,” meaning eight, because it was originally the eighth month in the early Roman calendar.
People born in October fall under two zodiac signs: Libra (September 23 – October 22) and Scorpio (October 23 – November 21).
October has two traditional birthstones, Opal and Tourmaline, which are often associated with creativity, hope, and positive energy. The birth flower for October is the Marigold, symbolizing warmth, passion, and creativity.
One of the most widely known celebrations in October is Halloween on October 31, which is celebrated in many countries with costumes, decorations, and festive events.
October 2026 Holidays and Observances
Here are some important holidays and observances in October 2026.
- October 1 – International Day of Older Persons
- October 2 – International Day of Non-Violence
- October 5 – World Teachers’ Day
- October 9 – World Post Day
- October 10 – World Mental Health Day
- October 13 – International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
- October 15 – Global Handwashing Day
- October 16 – World Food Day
- October 17 – International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
- October 24 – United Nations Day
- October 31 – Halloween
Check Date, Week Number, Day of Year, Remaining Days & Zodiac Sign
| January 1 | January 11 | January 21 |
| January 2 | January 12 | January 22 |
| January 3 | January 13 | January 23 |
| January 4 | January 14 | January 24 |
| January 5 | January 15 | January 25 |
| January 6 | January 16 | January 26 |
| January 7 | January 17 | January 27 |
| January 8 | January 18 | January 28 |
| January 9 | January 19 | January 29 |
| January 10 | January 20 | January 30 |
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