Shift Cycle Days Calculator
Calculate the number of days in one or more shift cycles.
Start Date
End Date
The difference is
Select dates to see the result.
How the Shift Cycle Calculator Works
This tool is for managers and employees who work in rotating shift schedules, such as '4 days on, 4 days off'. It calculates the total number of days between two dates, which is useful for determining the duration of a specific shift cycle or for planning multiple cycles in the future.
How to Calculate Shift Cycles: The Formula
The basic calculation is the difference between the end date and the start date, giving the total number of days in the period.
Total Days = End Date - Start DatePractical Uses for the Shift Cycle Calculator
- Employee Scheduling: Plan shift rosters over weeks or months.
- Personal Planning: Determine your work days and off days based on your shift pattern.
- Payroll Calculations: Verify the number of paid days in a shift period.
- Team Coordination: Align schedules between teams on different shifts.