How to Use the MONTH Function in Excel

This guide explains how to use MONTH Function in Excel, including its syntax, required arguments, practical examples, and common errors.

Description: The function separates month values in a specific date time. The return month value is an integer between 1 and 12.

Syntax : MONTH (serial_number) .

Inside:

serial_number is the date and month we want to separate the month.

For example:

Separate month values from the following dates:

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In the cell to calculate enter the formula: MONTH (C7) .

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Press Enter -> separated month results:

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Copying the formula to the remaining cells results:

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If the date entered is wrong, the month exceeds December -> the function returns the #VALUE error value.

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Above is the usage and some notes when using the MONTH () function.

Good luck!

FAQ

The MONTH function performs the calculation described in this guide. Use the correct arguments and compatible data types for reliable results.

Start with an equals sign, enter MONTH, add the required arguments inside parentheses, and confirm that cell references and separators are correct.

Common causes include missing arguments, invalid data types, incorrect cell references, unsupported values, or regional separator settings.