📅Date & Time

Fiscal Quarter Ranges

Defining financial periods Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4.

Explanation

The fiscal year is often divided into four three-month quarters for financial reporting.

Examples

Q1
Output
Jan – Mar
Q2
Output
Apr – Jun
Q3
Output
Jul – Sep
Q4
Output
Oct – Dec

Code Examples

JavaScript
function getQuarter(date) {
  return Math.floor(date.getMonth() / 3) + 1;
}

💡 Tips

  • Standard fiscal years match calendar years
  • Some companies start fiscal years in April or October
  • Use for budget and performance tracking

⚠️ Common Pitfalls

  • Don't assume everyone starts Q1 in January
  • Leap years can slightly shift day counts per quarter