January is the first month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars. Its length is 31 days. The first day of the month is known as New Year's Day.

from Latin Januarius "first month of the year," from Janus, a Roman god. Among the many gods worshipped by the ancient Romans was one named Janus. He was believed to have two faces, one …

2 days ago · Start the first month of the year right. Learn about some fun traditions, quirky holidays, night sky sights, cozy recipes, and more! January was named for the Roman god Janus, known as the …

January is a winter month in the northern half of the world and a summer month in the southern half. It is named after the Roman god of new beginnings, Janus. The Roman god Janus (or Ianus) looks into …

May 31, 2025 · Explore 50 fun facts about January, from its two-faced Roman god namesake to winter traditions. Discover what makes this month unique!

In the Southern Hemisphere, the month of January is taken to be the warmest month of the year. In the Northern Hemisphere, it is felt to be among the coldest, especially latter days of the month. January …

New Year's Day - The most celebrated holiday around the world. January 1, 1502 - Portuguese explorers landed at Guanabara Bay on the coast of South America and named it Rio de Janeiro …

Feb 8, 2025 · Explore the significance of January at World Important Days. Celebrate global traditions, awareness campaigns, and historical milestones that make the first month of the year inspiring and …

Ever wonder why the new year officially starts on January 1? Turns out, you can thank Pope Gregory XIII-and Julius Caesar.

16 hours ago · Here are the exact payment dates for Social Security and SSI in January 2026, plus details on the new 2.8% COLA increase.