When is it?
When is Valentine's Day 2028 in South Africa?
A celebration of love and affection in South Africa
Local date
Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Africa/Johannesburg
How it's calculated
February 14th
Updated through 2028
History & Origins
The Story Behind Valentine's Day
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 Valentine's Day 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 Valentine's Day Date is Determined
Valentine's Day is always February 14th, a fixed date that doesn't change year to year.
Valentine's Day worldwide
Compare 2028 dates across countries
Canada
2028Sunday, February 13, 2028
Time zone · America/Toronto
United States
2028Sunday, February 13, 2028
Time zone · America/New_York
United Kingdom
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/London
Australia
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Australia/Sydney
Ireland
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Dublin
Philippines
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Manila
China
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Shanghai
Japan
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Tokyo
India
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Kolkata
Russia
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Moscow
Indonesia
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Jakarta
Germany
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Berlin
France
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Paris
Mexico
2028Sunday, February 13, 2028
Time zone · America/Mexico_City
Spain
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Madrid
Italy
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Rome
Netherlands
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Europe/Amsterdam
Singapore
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Singapore
Thailand
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Bangkok
South Korea
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Asia/Seoul
New Zealand
2028Monday, February 14, 2028
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
Brazil
2028Sunday, June 11, 2028
Time zone · America/Sao_Paulo