How many days until Primary Election Day?
There are 554 days until Primary Election Day 2028 — Tuesday, May 9, 2028.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Primary Election Day on Tuesday, May 9, 2028, set by the rule: Second Tuesday in May (even-numbered years). It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Primary Election Day is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Primary Election Day is a West Virginia state holiday on the second Tuesday in May of even-numbered years, when the state holds its statewide primery. State offices close and state employees get the day off; it is not a federal holiday, so mail, banks and federal offices operate normally.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Primary Election Day:
- 100 days to go — Sunday, January 30, 2028 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Monday, March 20, 2028
- 30 days to go — Sunday, April 9, 2028 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Tuesday, April 25, 2028
- 7 days to go — Tuesday, May 2, 2028 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Monday, May 8, 2028
Primary Election Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | May 12, 2026 | Tuesday | 174 days ago |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
What closes on Primary Election Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Not a federal holiday; regular mail delivery and retail hours. |
| Banks | Open | Banks follow the Federal Reserve calendar, which does not include election days. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day. |
| Federal offices | Open | Federal agencies and federal courts in West Virginia keep normal hours. |
| State and local government | Varies | West Virginia state offices, DMV regional offices and most county courthouses are closed. Open in every other state. |
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Primary Election Day?
There are 554 days until Primary Election Day, which falls on Tuesday, May 9, 2028. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Primary Election Day?
There are 79 weekends between now and Primary Election Day on May 9 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Primary Election Day a day off?
Primary Election Day is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.