Hijri date and calendar • Daily update

Today's Date

This page shows today’s Hijri date and its matching Gregorian date according to the Umm al-Qura calendar.

Day nameWednesday
Hijri2 Muharram 1448 AH
Gregorian17 June 2026 CE

Makkah time / Asia/Riyadh

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Common Questions About the Hijri Date

What is today’s Hijri date?

Today is Wednesday, 2 Muharram 1448 AH, matching 17 June 2026 CE according to the Umm al-Qura calendar.

How do I convert Gregorian to Hijri?

Use the date converter, choose a Gregorian date, then convert it to see the Hijri date and day name.

Is Umm al-Qura always the same as religious moon sighting?

Umm al-Qura is a calculated calendar. Some religious dates may differ by country depending on official moon sighting.

Why does Ramadan move every Gregorian year?

The Hijri year is lunar and about 10 to 11 days shorter than the Gregorian solar year.

Can I find my Hijri birth date?

Yes. Enter your Gregorian birth date in the converter and it will show the matching Hijri date and day name.