Today's Persian (Shamsi) Date
How the Persian (Solar Hijri) Calendar Works
The Persian calendar (Solar Hijri, also called Shamsi or Jalali) is the official calendar of Iran and Afghanistan. It is a solar calendar whose year begins at Nowruz — the spring equinox — making it one of the most astronomically accurate calendars in use.
Years are counted from the Hijra (622 CE), like the Islamic calendar, but the year length follows the sun rather than the moon, so Persian dates stay aligned with the seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is today's Persian (Shamsi) date?
Today, Thursday, August 27, 2026, is 5 Shahrivar 1405 in the Persian Solar Hijri calendar.
What Persian year is it now?
The current Persian year is 1405 AP (Anno Persico).
How is the Persian calendar different from the Islamic calendar?
Both count years from the Hijra (622 CE), but the Islamic calendar is lunar (354–355 days per year) while the Persian calendar is solar (365–366 days), starting each year at the spring equinox (Nowruz).