Hijri Date Converter
Convert any date between the Gregorian and Islamic Hijri calendars instantly — powered by the Umm al-Qura calendar system used officially in Saudi Arabia.
Today: 16 Safar 1448 AH = July 30, 2026
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How the Hijri Date Converter Works
This free Hijri date converter lets you convert any date between the Gregorian (Western) calendar and the Islamic Hijri calendar in both directions. It uses the Umm al-Qura calendar system — the official civil calendar of Saudi Arabia — which calculates dates based on astronomical new moon data at Makkah. The converter supports dates from 1318 AH (1900 CE) to 1500 AH (2076 CE).
Gregorian to Hijri Conversion
To convert a Gregorian date to Hijri, select the day, month, and year from the Gregorian calendar, then click "Convert Date." The tool instantly displays the corresponding Islamic Hijri date. This is useful when you know a date in the Western calendar — such as a birthday, anniversary, or appointment — and need to find out what day it falls on in the Islamic calendar. For example, today's Gregorian date July 30, 2026 corresponds to 16 Safar 1448 AH.
Hijri to Gregorian Conversion
To convert a Hijri date to Gregorian, switch to "Hijri → Gregorian" mode, select your Hijri day, month (from Muharram to Dhul Hijjah), and year, then click convert. This is especially helpful for finding the Gregorian equivalent of Islamic events like the start of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, or Day of Arafah. It's also useful for converting dates on official Saudi documents, birth certificates, or historical Islamic dates into the Gregorian calendar.
Why Hijri Dates Vary by Country
You may notice that Hijri dates sometimes differ by one day between countries. This happens because some Muslim-majority countries determine the start of each lunar month through physical moon sighting (rukyah) by local religious authorities, while others — including Saudi Arabia — use calculated astronomical data. For example, countries like Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh often observe a Hijri date one day after Saudi Arabia. This converter follows the Umm al-Qura calculation, which is the most widely referenced standard globally.
When Do You Need a Hijri Date Converter?
There are many situations where converting between Hijri and Gregorian dates is essential. Muslims in Saudi Arabia and Gulf countries need Hijri dates for official documents, government records, and contracts. Parents use the converter to find a child's Islamic date of birth. Travelers planning trips around Ramadan, Hajj, Eid al-Fitr, or Eid al-Adha convert dates to align schedules across calendar systems. Students of Islamic history use it to place historical Hijri dates on a modern Gregorian timeline. You can also use our full Hijri calendar to browse months, or check today's Hijri date on our homepage.
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A Note on Accuracy
This converter uses the Umm al-Qura calendar system, the official calendar of Saudi Arabia, with accurate calculations from 1318 AH (1900 CE) to 1500 AH (2076 CE). Results may occasionally differ by one day from calendars based on actual moon sighting, which varies by country and local religious authority. For religious rulings that depend on moon sighting, always refer to your local Islamic authority.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a Gregorian date to Hijri?
Select your Gregorian day, month, and year from the dropdowns above, make sure "Gregorian → Hijri" mode is active, and click "Convert Date." The corresponding Hijri (Islamic) date will appear instantly. This converter uses the Umm al-Qura calendar, the official calendar system of Saudi Arabia.
How do I convert a Hijri date to Gregorian?
Click the "Hijri → Gregorian" toggle at the top of the converter, then select your Hijri day, month (Muharram through Dhul Hijjah), and year. Click "Convert Date" to see the matching Gregorian date. The converter supports dates from 1318 AH (1900 CE) to 1500 AH (2076 CE).
Why is there sometimes a one-day difference in Hijri dates?
Hijri dates can differ by one day between countries and tools because some regions rely on physical moon sighting (rukyah) while others use calculated astronomical data. This converter uses the Umm al-Qura calendar, which calculates dates based on astronomical moon positions at Makkah. For religious rulings tied to moon sighting, always refer to your local Islamic authority.
What is the Umm al-Qura calendar?
The Umm al-Qura calendar is the official Islamic calendar of Saudi Arabia, used for civil and administrative purposes. It is based on astronomical calculations for new moon visibility at Makkah, rather than physical moon sighting. It is the most widely referenced Hijri calendar system globally and is used by this converter for accurate date calculations.
What is today's date in the Hijri calendar?
Today's Hijri date is 16 Safar 1448 AH, corresponding to July 30, 2026 in the Gregorian calendar. You can check the current Islamic date and upcoming events on our homepage.
Can I find my Islamic date of birth with this converter?
Yes. Enter your Gregorian date of birth in the converter above to find the corresponding Hijri date you were born on. You can also use the Age Calculator below to see your exact age in both the Gregorian and Islamic Hijri calendars.
How many days are in a Hijri year?
A Hijri (Islamic) year consists of 354 or 355 days, spread across 12 lunar months alternating between 29 and 30 days. This makes the Hijri year about 10 to 12 days shorter than the Gregorian solar year of 365 or 366 days, which is why Islamic dates like Ramadan and Hajj shift earlier each Gregorian year.