Convert between Year (sidereal) and other Time units.

Year (Sidereal) as a Unit of Time

A sidereal year is the time it takes for the Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun with respect to the fixed stars. It lasts about 365.256 days, which is approximately 20 minutes longer than the more commonly known tropical year. The slight difference is significant for astronomical observations and helps define celestial mechanics. The term "sidereal" originates from the Latin word "sidus," meaning star, reflecting its connection to the stars rather than the Sun.

One important aspect of measuring time in sidereal years is its relevance in astronomy, where precise measurements are crucial. It provides a consistent framework for tracking astronomical events and understanding the motions of celestial bodies. Consequently, the sidereal year is an essential concept for astronomers and astrophysicists, serving as a fundamental time unit in the vast expanse of space.

Year (sidereal) to Second | Year (sidereal) to Minute | Year (sidereal) to Hour | Year (sidereal) to Week | Year (sidereal) to Month | Year (sidereal) to Year |
Attosecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Attosecond
Century Convert from Year (sidereal) to Century
Day Convert from Year (sidereal) to Day
Day (sidereal) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Day (sidereal)
Decade Convert from Year (sidereal) to Decade
Femtosecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Femtosecond
Fortnight Convert from Year (sidereal) to Fortnight
Hour Convert from Year (sidereal) to Hour
Hour (sidereal) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Hour (sidereal)
Microsecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Microsecond
Millennium Convert from Year (sidereal) to Millennium
Millisecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Millisecond
Minute Convert from Year (sidereal) to Minute
Minute (sidereal) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Minute (sidereal)
Month Convert from Year (sidereal) to Month
Month (synodic) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Month (synodic)
Nanosecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Nanosecond
Novennial Convert from Year (sidereal) to Novennial
Octennial Convert from Year (sidereal) to Octennial
Picosecond Convert from Year (sidereal) to Picosecond
Planck time Convert from Year (sidereal) to Planck time
Quindecennial Convert from Year (sidereal) to Quindecennial
Quinquennial Convert from Year (sidereal) to Quinquennial
Second Convert from Year (sidereal) to Second
Second (sidereal) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Second (sidereal)
Septennial Convert from Year (sidereal) to Septennial
Shake Convert from Year (sidereal) to Shake
Week Convert from Year (sidereal) to Week
Year Convert from Year (sidereal) to Year
Year (Julian) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Year (Julian)
Year (leap) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Year (leap)
Year (tropical) Convert from Year (sidereal) to Year (tropical)