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Introduction
Julian dates are commonly used in astronomy and other scientific fields to represent a date as a single integer. However, for most people, calendar dates are more familiar and easier to understand. In this article, we will show you how to convert Julian date to calendar date in Excel.What is Julian Date?
Julian date is a system of numbering days used by astronomers and other scientists. It represents the number of days since January 1, 4713 BC. For example, January 1, 2023, has a Julian date of 2459580.How to Convert Julian Date to Calendar Date in Excel
To convert Julian date to calendar date in Excel, you can use the following formula:=TEXT((A1-2415019),"dd/mm/yyyy") Assuming the Julian date is in cell A1, this formula will convert it to a calendar date in the format of dd/mm/yyyy. Example
Let's say you have a Julian date of 2459580 in cell A1. To convert it to a calendar date, you can use the formula:=TEXT((2459580-2415019),"dd/mm/yyyy") This formula will return the result of 01/01/2023, which is the calendar date corresponding to the Julian date 2459580. Question and Answer
Q: Can I convert multiple Julian dates to calendar dates at once?
Yes, you can. Simply copy the formula above to the cells next to your Julian dates and Excel will automatically convert them to calendar dates.Q: Can I customize the format of the calendar date?
Yes, you can. Simply change the format code in the formula to your desired format. For example, if you want the date to be displayed as "January 1, 2023", you can use the following formula:=TEXT((A1-2415019),"mmmm d, yyyy")