Leap Day Explained: The Science and History Behind February 29

Leap Day Unveiled

A calendar with February 29 circled diving into the mystery.

The Astronomical Reason

Leap Day exists to correct a subtle but significant mismatch

From Julian to Gregorian

This evolution corrected centuries of seasonal drift, ensuring that our calendar accurately reflects

The Math Behind the Leap Year

Adding a day every four years compensates for the extra 0.25 days each year

Global Traditions and Beliefs

From the ancient Romans to modern-day leap year parties, cultures around the globe have developed unique traditions and superstitions

Impact Without a Leap Day

Imagine over centuries, the accumulating discrepancy would shift the seasons out of alignment with our calendar,

Leap Day in Modern Times

It reminds us of the precision needed to track time and the ongoing human endeavor to synchronize our lives with the rhythms of the cosmos