How Many Days Until August 13? Countdown
There are 347 days until International Left-Handers Day on Friday, August 13, 2027. August 13 is International Left-Handers Day, created in 1976 by Left-Handers International. About 10% of people are left-handed. The 2026 date has passed; the timer now targets 13 August 2027.
2026–2028 dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, August 13 |
| 2027 | Friday, August 13 |
| 2028 | Sunday, August 13 |
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Countdown to August 13
| August 13 | Note | 2027 weekday |
|---|---|---|
| Left-Handers Day | Since 1976 | Friday |
| Nearby | International Youth Day Aug 12 | Thursday 2027 |
| V-J Day anniversary | Aug 14 | Saturday 2027 |
The day is a mix of product jokes (scissors, spiral notebooks) and genuine ergonomics talk. It is not a public holiday anywhere in the US.
How many days until August 13
August 13 2026 was a Thursday. Fidel Castro’s birthday is also August 13, which matters more in Miami news than in the rest of the country.
Set timezone if you are comparing remaining hours with someone in another state. Midnight August 13 is the zero.
Why this countdown exists
This countdown exists because “How Many Days Until August 13” is a real remaining-days search. International Left-Handers Day is the civil date people mean. They count to it for the named observance and for travel, school, and plans that share the same morning. The timer uses midnight in the timezone you pick.
People also ask
What is August 13 known for?
International Left-Handers Day.
Is International Left-Handers Day a US holiday?
No.
When is the next August 13?
Friday, August 13, 2027.