When is it?
When is Dia dos Namorados 2022 in Brazil?
Brazilian Valentine's Day, celebrated on June 12th, a day before Saint Anthony's Day
Local date
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Time zone · America/Sao_Paulo
How it's calculated
June 12th
Updated through 2022
History & Origins
The Story Behind Dia dos Namorados
Valentine's Day is named after Saint Valentine, a Christian martyr. The romantic association began in the Middle Ages when it was believed birds started mating in mid-February. Geoffrey Chaucer's poetry helped establish it as a day for lovers. Commercial valentines began in the 19th century.
Traditions & Celebrations
How Dia dos Namorados is Celebrated
People exchange cards (valentines), flowers (especially red roses), chocolates, and jewelry with romantic partners. Marriage proposals are common on this day. Schools often have card exchanges, and restaurants offer special romantic dinners.
Date Calculation
How the Dia dos Namorados Date is Determined
Valentine's Day is always February 14th, a fixed date that doesn't change year to year.
Dia dos Namorados worldwide
Compare 2022 dates across countries
Canada
2022Sunday, February 13, 2022
Time zone · America/Toronto
United States
2022Sunday, February 13, 2022
Time zone · America/New_York
United Kingdom
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/London
Australia
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Australia/Sydney
Ireland
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Dublin
Philippines
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Manila
China
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Shanghai
Japan
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Tokyo
India
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Kolkata
Russia
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Moscow
Indonesia
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Jakarta
Germany
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Berlin
France
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Paris
Mexico
2022Sunday, February 13, 2022
Time zone · America/Mexico_City
Spain
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Madrid
Italy
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Rome
Netherlands
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Europe/Amsterdam
Singapore
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Singapore
Thailand
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Bangkok
South Korea
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Asia/Seoul
New Zealand
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
South Africa
2022Monday, February 14, 2022
Time zone · Africa/Johannesburg
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