Quick answer: about 2008h of working time across 251 working days in 2024, for Jan 1, 2024 through Dec 31, 2024, using a 08:00 workday.
Key insights
Total working time
Estimated for 2024.
Workday assumption
480 minutes per workday.
Highest month
184h estimated.
Lowest month
144h estimated.
Month-by-month estimate (2024)
Approximate working time per month = business days in that month × 08:00 (480 minutes per day).
| Month | Business days | Approx working time |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22 | 176h |
| February | 21 | 168h |
| March | 20 | 160h |
| April | 21 | 168h |
| May | 20 | 160h |
| June | 20 | 160h |
| July | 23 | 184h |
| August | 22 | 176h |
| September | 21 | 168h |
| October | 22 | 176h |
| November | 21 | 168h |
| December | 18 | 144h |
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Frequently asked questions
How many working hours are in Germany in 2024?
Germany has about 2008h of working time in 2024, using a 08:00 workday and excluding weekends and national public holidays.
Which month has the fewest estimated hours?
December has the fewest estimated hours, at about 144h.
Which month has the most estimated hours?
July has the most estimated hours, at about 184h.
Can I change the workday length or working week?
Yes. Use the working hours calculator to set a different workday duration (for example 7.5 hours) or change weekdays.
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Working hours in Germany - quick context
Many German public holidays are set at Bundesland level, which can shift yearly minutes versus a single national list. This page follows HolidayDB’s default DE calendar - pick a Land in the working hours calculator when you need regional fidelity.