January Month

January is the first month of the year in both the Julian and Gregorian calendars, consisting of 31 days. It is the coldest month in the Northern Hemisphere and the warmest in the Southern Hemisphere. January 1st is observed as New Year's Day, and it's named after the Roman god Janus, who symbolizes beginnings.

• Length: January has 31 days.

• New Year's Day: January 1st is celebrated as New Year's Day worldwide.

• Seasonal Significance: It's the second month of winter in the Northern Hemisphere and the second month of summer in the Southern Hemisphere.

• Name Origin: January is named after the Roman god Janus, who represents beginnings and passages.

• Significance in India: India celebrates Republic Day on January 26th.

• Festivals: January is a busy month for tourism in India due to its pleasant climate and low precipitation.

Important Dates in January 2025:

• January 1: New Year's Day

• January 14: Makar Sankranti (celebrated in India)

• January 23: Birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (celebrated in India)

• January 26: Republic Day (celebrated in India)