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Temporal Context & Calendar Metrics for February 29
Excludes 155 weekend days (Saturdays & Sundays).
16.4% of annual orbital cycle.
Winter Solstice occurred December 21
Water element (Feb 19 - Mar 20).
About February 29: Significance & History
Calendar Significance & Context
Leap Day (Intercalary Day)February 29 is the quadrennial leap day added to the Gregorian calendar, occurring as the 60th day in leap years. Historically, key milestones on this date include the events of 1504 (Christopher Columbus uses his knowledge of a lunar eclipse to persuade indigenous Jamaicans to provide provisions) and 1940 (Hattie McDaniel becomes the first African American performer to win an Academy Award for Gone with the Wind). Notable figures born on this day include Gioachino Rossini (born 1792) and Tony Robbins (born 1960). The date also observes Leap Day (Intercalary Day).
On This Day in History
- 1504
Christopher Columbus uses his knowledge of a lunar eclipse to persuade indigenous Jamaicans to provide provisions.
- 1940
Hattie McDaniel becomes the first African American performer to win an Academy Award for Gone with the Wind.
- 1960
A devastating magnitude 5.7 earthquake destroys the Moroccan coastal city of Agadir.
Notable Birthdays
- Gioachino Rossinib. 1792
Italian master composer of 39 operas including The Barber of Seville and William Tell.
- Tony Robbinsb. 1960
American author, coach, and motivational speaker recognized for personal development seminars.
- Ja Ruleb. 1976
Grammy-nominated American rapper, songwriter, and actor.
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Frequently Asked Questions About February 29
Can I pop out the countdown to February 29 into a floating desktop widget?
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How many weeks and weekend days are left until February 29?
There are 77 full weeks plus 2 days (155 total weekend Saturdays and Sundays) remaining until February 29.
What happens when the countdown to February 29 reaches zero?
Once the target date arrives, the chronometer marks the date as active today and automatically begins tracking the countdown to February 29, 2032.
Can I keep my screen awake while watching the countdown to February 29?
Yes. Click the "Keep Awake" button on the chronometer toolbelt to activate the Screen Wake Lock API in supported browsers, preventing your device screen from sleeping.