Age Calculator
Calculate your exact age in years, months, and days. Find out your age on any specific date and get detailed breakdowns of your life in different time units.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is age calculated?
Age is calculated by finding the difference between two dates: your date of birth and the current date (or any specified date). The calculator considers years, months, and days to give you the most accurate age calculation.
Why might my age be different in months or days?
The number of days in each month varies (28-31 days), and leap years add an extra day every four years. This means that age in months or days might not be exactly what you expect from a simple multiplication of years.
What is the significance of knowing exact age?
Exact age calculations are important for legal documents, eligibility criteria (like school admissions, retirement, or insurance), and can be interesting for personal milestones and celebrations.
How does the calculator handle leap years?
The calculator automatically accounts for leap years in its calculations. This ensures accurate results even when your birth date or the calculation date falls on or around February 29th.
Can I calculate age between any two dates?
Yes, you can calculate the time difference between any two dates. This is useful for finding durations of events, contract periods, or time spans between historical dates.
How is the next birthday calculated?
The calculator finds your next birthday by taking your birth date and advancing it to the next occurrence after the calculation date. It then shows how many days are remaining until that date.