DAY
The DAY function extracts the day value from a date in Excel. It returns a number from 1 to 31 representing the day of the month. Use it to retrieve the day from a specific date.
Example explanation
Cells B2 to B4 use the DAY function to extract the day from the respective dates in column A.
Syntax 🔗
=DAY(date)
date | The date from which to extract the day. |
About DAY 🔗
Use the DAY function in Excel to extract the day from a date. This function helps you retrieve the day component for any given date, making it useful for datasets that require date analysis. By applying the DAY function, you can easily break down dates to focus on the day information within your data.
Examples 🔗
If cell A1 has the date 03/15/2022, you can extract the day value (15) using the DAY function: =DAY(A1)
For a dataset with a column of dates, create a new column to display only the day values by applying the DAY function to each date.
Notes 🔗
The DAY function requires a valid Excel date. Make sure the date format is recognized by Excel to prevent errors. Consider the context where you use the extracted day values for accurate interpretations and analyses in your spreadsheets.
Questions 🔗
The DAY function returns a numerical value representing the day of the month, ranging from 1 to 31, corresponding to the specified date.
Can the DAY function be used with dates in different date formats?Yes, the DAY function can be used with dates in various date formats as long as Excel recognizes the input as a valid date value. Excel is flexible in interpreting date formats, allowing you to extract day values from dates formatted differently.
Is the DAY function sensitive to time components in the provided date?No, the DAY function solely focuses on extracting the day component from a date and disregards any time information associated with the date value. It operates strictly on the day of the month within the date provided.