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Hijri ↔ Gregorian

Convert any date between Hijri and Gregorian calendars using the official Umm al-Qura calendar for maximum accuracy.

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How to Convert Hijri to Gregorian Dates?

To convert a Hijri date to Gregorian, select “Hijri → Gregorian” from the toggle above, enter the day, month, and year in the Hijri calendar, then press Convert. You'll instantly get the equivalent Gregorian date with the full month name.

Accuracy and the Umm al-Qura Calendar

This tool uses data from the Umm al-Qura calendar — the official Islamic calendar of Saudi Arabia — covering Hijri years 1356 to 1500 AH with astronomical precision. Outside this range, a standard arithmetic formula provides reliable results.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Hijri and Gregorian calendars?expand_more

The Gregorian calendar is based on the solar cycle with 365 or 366 days per year. The Hijri (Islamic) calendar is based on the lunar cycle with 354 or 355 days per year — roughly 11 days shorter, which is why Islamic dates shift earlier each Gregorian year.

What is the Umm al-Qura calendar?expand_more

The Umm al-Qura calendar is the official Islamic calendar of Saudi Arabia, calculated using precise astronomical data to determine the start of each Hijri month. It is widely considered the most accurate reference for Hijri-Gregorian date conversions.

How accurate is this converter?expand_more

For Hijri dates between 1356 and 1500 AH, the converter uses the Umm al-Qura table data for exact results. Outside that range, a standard astronomical formula is used, which is accurate to within one day.

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