Thursday is statistically the worst day of the week to get married, with a higher divorce rate than any other, according to a new survey carried out by Paddy Power Games. The study found that 16% of weddings that occurred on a Thursday led to an early end for the marriage.
Those who say ‘I do’ on a Thursday are five times more likely to say ‘It’s over’ when compared to those who tie the knot on a Sunday. Fridays (13%) and Saturdays (12%) are also unlucky for those hoping for a happy ever after.
Paddy Power Games also asked respondents how long their marriage had lasted, unearthing double doom for those who chose to put a ring on it midweek. The data suggests that marriages typically lasted an average of 11.5 years, officially crowning Thursday the unluckiest day of the week for weddings.
