Age Calculator
Find out exactly how old you are today. Get your age in years, months, and days.
Result
- Current Age
- 0 years
- Exact Breakdown
- 0 months and 0 days
Formula & Guide
Age Calculation Method
Age Calculation
Age = Today - Birth Date
Calculate difference between today and birth date
Breakdown
Years, Months, Days
Detailed breakdown accounting for month and day differences
Step-by-Step Scenario
Example Scenario
Birth Date
January 15, 1990
Today
Current date
Calculate Year Difference
- Current Year - Birth Year = Years
Adjust for Month and Day
- If birthday hasn't passed: Years - 1
- Calculate months and days difference
Additional Examples
Recent Birthday
Birth Date: Jan 1, 2000
Age
24 years, 0 months, X days (if birthday just passed)
Upcoming Birthday
Birth Date: Dec 31, 2000
Age
23 years, 11 months, X days (if birthday coming soon)
Characteristics of Age Calculation
Precise Calculation
Calculates exact age accounting for years, months, and days. Handles leap years and month boundaries correctly.
Detailed Breakdown
Shows age in years, months, and days for complete accuracy. Perfect for legal documents and records.
Real-Time Updates
Uses current date for calculation. Age is always calculated as of today.
Leap Year Support
Correctly handles leap years. If born on February 29, age is calculated accurately even in non-leap years.
Important Notes
- Age is calculated as the difference between your birth date and today's date. The calculation accounts for whether your birthday has passed this year.
- The calculator shows years, months, and days for complete accuracy. This is useful for legal documents and precise age verification.
- Leap years are automatically handled. If you were born on February 29, the calculator correctly calculates your age.
- Month boundaries are handled correctly. The calculator accounts for different month lengths (28-31 days).
- For legal purposes, always verify age calculations with official documents. This calculator is for general reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about age calculation.