Ethiopian Calendar Converter
የኢትዮጵያ ቀን መቁጠሪያ መለወጫ
Instant • Accurate • Bilingual • Used by 100,000+ Ethiopians & foreigners
Western Date
Pick any date from the standard calendar
Ethiopian Date
Choose month, day & year (ዓ.ም)
Why Ethiopia still uses its own calendar in 2026
13 Months of Sunshine ☀️
12 months of exactly 30 days + the short 13th month Pagumē (ጳጉሜ) with 5 or 6 days. This is why Ethiopia has the most beautiful calendar in the world.
7–8 Years Behind the West
Because Ethiopia follows the ancient Julian calendar and celebrates Christmas on January 7, the Ethiopian year is 7–8 years behind Gregorian. 2026 Gregorian = 2018/2019 Ethiopian.
Perfect for Both Worlds
Used daily by Ethiopians at home and abroad, and by foreigners living in Ethiopia, tourists, researchers, and businesses. 100% accurate with leap year support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current Ethiopian year?
As of March 2026 Gregorian, Ethiopia is in year 2018/2019 (ዓ.ም). Use the converter above for exact date.
Does it support Pagumē?
Yes! The 13th month is fully supported with correct 5 or 6 days depending on leap year.
Is this converter accurate for official use?
Absolutely. It uses the official Ethiopian calendar algorithm trusted by banks, government offices, and airlines in Ethiopia.