researching Persian history, or simply want to know your birthday in the Iranian calendar, this tool is for you. The Iranian calendar (known as Solar Hijri or Jalali) is one of the most accurate calendar systems in the world.
Use our free tool below to instantly convert any Gregorian date to its Persian equivalent.
The 12 Persian Months (Mah-haye Irani)
The Persian year starts in Spring (March). Here is the complete list of months you will encounter in the solar calendar:
| # | Persian Name | Approx. Gregorian | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Farvardin | March - April | Spring (Bahar) |
| 2 | Ordibehesht | April - May | Spring |
| 3 | Khordad | May - June | Spring |
| 4 | Tir | June - July | Summer (Tabestan) |
| 5 | Mordad | July - August | Summer |
| 6 | Shahrivar | August - September | Summer |
| 7 | Mehr | September - October | Autumn (Paeiz) |
| 8 | Aban | October - November | Autumn |
| 9 | Azar | November - December | Autumn |
| 10 | Dey | December - January | Winter (Zemestan) |
| 11 | Bahman | January - February | Winter |
| 12 | Esfand | February - March | Winter |
Days of the Week in Farsi (Rooz-haye Hafteh)
Unlike the Western week which starts on Monday or Sunday, the Persian week starts on Saturday. Here is how to say the days:
- Saturday: Shanbeh (شنبه) - Start of the work week
- Sunday: Yek-shanbeh (یکشنبه)
- Monday: Do-shanbeh (دوشنبه)
- Tuesday: Se-shanbeh (سهشنبه)
- Wednesday: Chahar-shanbeh (چهارشنبه)
- Thursday: Panj-shanbeh (پنجشنبه) - Weekend starts after noon
- Friday: Jomeh (جمعه) - Holiday/Rest day
Important Persian Holidays & Dates
When planning a trip to Iran, keep these fixed dates in the Solar Hijri calendar in mind:
- Nowruz (New Year): 1st of Farvardin (Starts exactly on the Spring Equinox, usually March 20/21).
- Sizdah Bedar (Nature Day): 13th of Farvardin (April 1st or 2nd).
- Shab-e Yalda (Longest Night): Last night of Azar (December 21st).
- Chaharshanbe Suri (Fire Festival): The last Tuesday evening of the year (before Nowruz).
Why is the Persian Calendar Unique?
Unlike the Gregorian calendar which is purely mathematical, the Persian Calendar is astronomical. It is strictly tied to the movement of the Earth around the Sun.
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The New Year (Nowruz): Starts exactly on the vernal equinox (the first day of Spring), usually on March 20th or 21st.
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Accuracy: It is actually more accurate than the Western calendar, requiring fewer leap year corrections over centuries!
Useful Farsi Date Vocabulary
If you are learning Farsi, knowing the date is just the beginning. Here are a few essential words:
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Emrooz (امروز): Today
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Farda (فردا): Tomorrow
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Tavalod (تولد): Birthday
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Sale No (سال نو): New Year
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Frequently Asked Questions about Persian Calendar
What year is it in the Persian calendar?
Currently, the Persian year is 1403 (until March 2025). The year changes every Spring Equinox.
Is the Persian calendar accurate?
Yes, the Solar Hijri calendar is strictly astronomical and is considered one of the most accurate calendars in the world, even more precise than the Gregorian calendar regarding leap years.
How do I convert my birthday to Farsi?
Simply enter your Gregorian birth date (Day/Month/Year) into the tool above, and it will give you your exact Persian birth date.
