Countdown to New Year's Day
New Year's Day falls on January 1 every year.
New Year's Day marks the first day of the Gregorian calendar year, celebrated worldwide with fireworks, resolutions, and fresh starts. Counting down to January 1 is one of the oldest shared traditions on Earth.
New Year's Day falls on January 1 every year.
Keep this countdown on your iPhone
The Rouse app includes a one-tap New Year's Day template — dated correctly, recurring every year, and rolling forward automatically the moment it passes. Add up to 5 alerts ("1 week before", "1 day before"), pin it to your Lock Screen widget, and tap the display to switch between days, weeks, or full units. 2 countdowns are free.
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Common questions
When is New Year's Day?
New Year's Day falls on January 1 every year. This page shows a live countdown to the next occurrence.
How do I put a New Year's Day countdown on my iPhone?
The Rouse app for iOS includes a one-tap New Year's Day countdown template. It recurs yearly and auto-advances after each occurrence, supports up to 5 alerts (for example, 1 day before), and can appear on your Lock Screen as a widget. The free tier includes 2 countdowns.