Global observance

International Day of Light

International Day of Light is an annual global observance recorded by the United Nations. This countdown follows the published calendar date worldwide and retains the United Nations source for review.

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DateMay 16, 2027

CountdownWhole calendar days

TimezoneYour local timezone

LocationWorldwide

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When is International Day of Light?

The United Nations lists International Day of Light on May 16, 2027 each year. This countdown follows that published global observance date.

This calendar-date countdown follows your local timezone. It does not invent a universal midnight.