What is the Hijri Calendar?
The Hijri calendar is a lunar calendar used by Muslims to determine Islamic days and events.
How does this converter work?
It uses precise mathematical algorithms to convert dates between the Gregorian and Hijri systems.
Is the date conversion 100% accurate?
Yes, it is highly accurate based on standard calendars, though actual moon sighting can vary by a day in some countries.
Can I convert from Hijri to Gregorian?
Yes, the tool supports conversion in both directions: Gregorian to Hijri and Hijri to Gregorian.
Is the tool free to use?
Yes, our Hijri Calendar Converter is completely free and requires no registration.
How many months are in a Hijri year?
A Hijri year has 12 months, just like the Gregorian year, but it is about 11 days shorter.
Why do Hijri dates sometimes differ by a day?
Because the Islamic calendar is based on the actual sighting of the moon, which can vary depending on geographical location.
Are my dates stored anywhere?
No, all conversions are done locally in your browser and no data is sent to our servers.
What are the uses of this converter?
It is used to find dates for Islamic events like Ramadan, Hajj, Eid, or converting birthdates.
Is the calculation based on any specific calendar?
Calculations are based on the Umm al-Qura calendar. Actual dates may vary by one day depending on local moon sightings.