When is it?
When is Valentine's Day 2023 in Spain?
San Valentín - Day of love and romance celebrated in Spain
Local date
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Madrid
How it's calculated
February 14th
Updated through 2023
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 2023 dates across countries
Canada
2023Monday, February 13, 2023
Time zone · America/Toronto
United States
2023Monday, February 13, 2023
Time zone · America/New_York
United Kingdom
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/London
Australia
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Australia/Sydney
Ireland
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Dublin
Philippines
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Manila
China
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Shanghai
Japan
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Tokyo
India
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Kolkata
Russia
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Moscow
Indonesia
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Jakarta
Germany
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Berlin
France
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Paris
Mexico
2023Monday, February 13, 2023
Time zone · America/Mexico_City
Italy
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Rome
Netherlands
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Europe/Amsterdam
Singapore
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Singapore
Thailand
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Bangkok
South Korea
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Asia/Seoul
New Zealand
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
South Africa
2023Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Time zone · Africa/Johannesburg
Brazil
2023Sunday, June 11, 2023
Time zone · America/Sao_Paulo