Calculate the exact difference between two dates in years, months, days, weeks, and total days. Perfect for age calculation, project planning, and tracking time periods.
Date difference calculation determines the exact time span between two dates, accounting for varying month lengths, leap years, and calendar complexities. This calculation is essential for age verification, project timelines, legal documents, contract durations, and personal milestone tracking.
The calculation considers that months have different numbers of days (28-31), leap years add an extra day in February, and the result can be expressed in multiple units (years, months, days, weeks, or total days) depending on your needs.
Subtract the start day from the end day. If the result is negative, borrow a month and add the number of days in the previous month.
Subtract the start month from the end month (adjusting for any borrowed month). If negative, borrow a year and add 12 months.
Subtract the start year from the end year (adjusting for any borrowed year).
Calculate the absolute number of days by counting each day from start to end, accounting for leap years.
Determine exact age in years, months, and days for legal documents, medical records, or personal milestones.
Calculate project duration, track progress, and determine remaining time until deadlines.
Verify contract lengths, calculate notice periods, and determine expiration dates for legal agreements.
Track anniversaries, calculate days together, and plan milestone celebrations.
Calculate years of service, determine benefit eligibility, and track employment history.
Determine time spans between historical events, calculate lifespans, and analyze timelines.
| Factor | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Leap Years | Years divisible by 4 (except centuries not divisible by 400) | Adds 1 day to February |
| Month Lengths | 28-31 days depending on month | Affects day borrowing in calculations |
| Business Days | Monday-Friday, excluding holidays | Reduces total by ~28-30% |
| Time Zones | Different local times across regions | May affect same-day calculations |
| Daylight Saving | Clock changes twice per year | Affects hour-level precision |
Understanding the difference between business days and calendar days is crucial for accurate planning and legal compliance.
Start Date: March 15, 1990
End Date: November 8, 2024
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Project Start: January 1, 2024
Project End: June 30, 2024
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First Date: February 14, 2020
Today: February 14, 2024
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Notice Given: October 1, 2024
Last Working Day: December 31, 2024
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