Ethiopian Calendar Converter - Convert EC to GC Online Free
ጥር 2018
January - February 2026
Today: ጥር 6, 2018
Holidays in ጥር 2018
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የኢየሱስ ክርስቶስን በዮርዳኖስ ወንዝ መጠመቁን ያከብራል።
ጥር 11
2026-01-19
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የነነዌ ሰዎች ንስሐ መግባታቸውን የሚያስታውስ የሦስት ቀን ጾም ነው።
ጥር 25
2026-02-02
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About Calendar Converter Online
Our Calendar Converter provides comprehensive Ethiopian calendar functionality directly in your browser.Convert dates between Ethiopian and Gregorian calendars with precision. This tool supports the unique 13-month system based on the ancient Coptic calendar, handling leap year calculations and the thirteenth month (Pagumē) accurately. The Ethiopian calendar is approximately 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar, with the New Year falling on September 11th (or September 12th in leap years). Perfect for students, professionals, and anyone needing reliable calendar information.
Key Features & Benefits
Core Features
- • Ethiopian to Gregorian conversion
- • Gregorian to Ethiopian conversion
- • Instant bidirectional conversion
- • Accurate date calculations
- • Free unlimited usage
Advanced Capabilities
- • 13-month calendar system support
- • Leap year handling
- • Bulk date conversion
- • Historical date support
- • Cultural context information
Understanding the Ethiopian Calendar System
The Ethiopian calendar is based on the ancient Coptic calendar system, featuring 13 months instead of the conventional 12. Twelve months contain exactly 30 days each, while the thirteenth month called Pagumē has 5 or 6 days depending on leap years. This unique structure creates a calendar that is approximately 7-8 years behind the Gregorian calendar.
The Ethiopian New Year falls on September 11th in the Gregorian calendar (or September 12th during leap years). This date marks the end of the rainy season in Ethiopia and the beginning of spring, making it culturally significant beyond just calendrical purposes.
Why is the Ethiopian Calendar Different?
The Ethiopian calendar maintains its unique position due to different calculations regarding the birth of Christ. While the Gregorian calendar places Christ's birth around 1 AD, Ethiopian calculations suggest it occurred later, resulting in the 7-8 year difference. This isn't an error but reflects different historical and theological perspectives.
Ethiopian Calendar Features
- • 13 months total
- • 12 months with 30 days each
- • Pagumē month with 5-6 days
- • New Year on September 11th
- • 7-8 years behind Gregorian
Gregorian Calendar Features
- • 12 months total
- • Varying month lengths (28-31 days)
- • Leap day in February
- • New Year on January 1st
- • International standard
Practical Uses for Calendar Conversion
Calendar conversion becomes essential in various scenarios: international business meetings, travel planning, academic research, genealogy studies, and cultural celebrations. Understanding both calendar systems helps bridge cultural gaps and ensures accurate communication across different communities.
Many Ethiopian holidays and religious observances follow the traditional calendar, while international business and official documents often use the Gregorian system. Our converter helps navigate these differences seamlessly.
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