Islamic Calendar 2026 - Hijri Date Converter

Convert between Hijri and Gregorian calendars โ€ข View upcoming Islamic events for 2026-2027 (1447-1448 AH)

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Convert any date between Hijri (Islamic) and Gregorian calendars

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๐ŸŒ™ Important Islamic Dates 2026-2027 (1447-1448 AH)

๐Ÿ“† Interactive Monthly Calendar View

View complete month with day-by-day Hijri and Gregorian dates

๐Ÿ“– The 12 Islamic Months

Four months are sacred (Muharram, Rajab, Dhul Qa'dah, Dhul Hijjah) - fighting is prohibited

1
Muharram
ู…ุญุฑู…
๐ŸŒŸ Sacred Month
2
Safar
ุตูุฑ
3
Rabi' al-Awwal
ุฑุจูŠุน ุงู„ุฃูˆู„
4
Rabi' al-Thani
ุฑุจูŠุน ุงู„ุซุงู†ูŠ
5
Jumada al-Awwal
ุฌู…ุงุฏู‰ ุงู„ุฃูˆู„ู‰
6
Jumada al-Thani
ุฌู…ุงุฏู‰ ุงู„ุซุงู†ูŠุฉ
7
Rajab
ุฑุฌุจ
๐ŸŒŸ Sacred Month
8
Sha'ban
ุดุนุจุงู†
9
Ramadan
ุฑู…ุถุงู†
๐ŸŒŸ Fasting Month
10
Shawwal
ุดูˆุงู„
11
Dhul Qa'dah
ุฐูˆ ุงู„ู‚ุนุฏุฉ
๐ŸŒŸ Sacred Month
12
Dhul Hijjah
ุฐูˆ ุงู„ุญุฌุฉ
๐ŸŒŸ Hajj Month

Understanding the Islamic Calendar

What is the Islamic Calendar?

The Islamic calendar (also known as the Hijri calendar or lunar calendar) is a purely lunar calendar consisting of 12 months based on the moon's phases. It contains 354 or 355 days per year, making it approximately 11 days shorter than the solar Gregorian calendar. This means Islamic dates shift earlier each year relative to the Gregorian calendar.

The Islamic calendar begins from the Hijra (migration) of Prophet Muhammad ๏ทบ from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. Years are denoted as AH (Anno Hegirae - "in the year of the Hijra").

Key Features

  • Lunar-based: Each month begins with the sighting of the new moon crescent
  • 12 months: Alternating between 29 and 30 days
  • 354-355 days/year: About 11 days shorter than the solar year
  • Shifts annually: Islamic dates occur 11 days earlier each Gregorian year
  • Sacred months: Muharram, Rajab, Dhul Qa'dah, and Dhul Hijjah

Why Use the Islamic Calendar?

The Islamic calendar is essential for determining:

  • ๐ŸŒ™ Ramadan: The month of fasting
  • ๐ŸŽ‰ Eid celebrations: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha
  • ๐Ÿ•‹ Hajj dates: The annual pilgrimage to Makkah
  • ๐Ÿ•Œ Islamic holidays: Ashura, Mawlid, and other significant days
  • ๐Ÿ“– Religious observances: Fasting days, special prayers

Upcoming Islamic Events Importance

Knowing upcoming Islamic events helps Muslims prepare spiritually and practically for important religious observances. Our calendar automatically displays the next upcoming events with countdowns, ensuring you never miss significant Islamic dates.

Moon Sighting vs. Calculation

There are two main methods for determining Islamic dates:

  • Traditional Moon Sighting: Physically observing the new crescent moon with the naked eye
  • Astronomical Calculation: Using precise mathematical calculations to predict moon phases

This converter uses astronomical calculations for accuracy, but local Islamic authorities may follow moon sighting, which can result in 1-2 day variations.

Historical Significance

The Islamic calendar was established by Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) approximately 17 years after the Hijra. The decision to start the calendar from the Hijra emphasizes its importance as a pivotal moment in Islamic history, marking the establishment of the first Muslim community in Madinah.