Time Zone Converter
Convert times between different time zones worldwide. Perfect for scheduling meetings across multiple locations.
When it's 07:12 AM in UTC - Coordinated Universal Time:
What is a Time Zone?
A time zone is a region of the Earth that observes a uniform standard time. The world is divided into 24 primary time zones based on longitude, with UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) as the reference point. Each zone is typically offset from UTC by a whole number of hours, though some zones use 30 or 45-minute offsets.
Daylight Saving Time
Many regions observe Daylight Saving Time (DST), shifting their clocks forward by one hour during summer months. This tool automatically accounts for DST when converting between time zones, ensuring accurate conversions year-round.
Common Time Zone Abbreviations
- •UTC: Coordinated Universal Time (global standard)
- •GMT: Greenwich Mean Time (London)
- •EST/EDT: Eastern Standard/Daylight Time (New York)
- •PST/PDT: Pacific Standard/Daylight Time (Los Angeles)
- •CET/CEST: Central European Time (Paris, Berlin)
- •JST: Japan Standard Time (Tokyo, no DST)
- •IST: Indian Standard Time (India, no DST)
- •AEST/AEDT: Australian Eastern Time (Sydney)
Key Features
- •Multiple Time Zones: Convert to multiple destinations at once
- •Auto-Detection: Automatically detects your local time zone
- •Live Clock: View current time in all selected zones
- •Meeting Planner: Compare times across zones for scheduling
- •Popular Zones: Quick access to commonly used time zones
- •Copy to Clipboard: Easily share converted times
Use Cases
- •Remote Teams: Schedule meetings across distributed teams
- •International Calls: Find convenient times to call overseas
- •Travel Planning: Check local times before traveling
- •Event Coordination: Coordinate global events and launches
- •Stock Trading: Track market hours in different regions
- •Customer Support: Provide support across time zones
How to Use the Time Zone Converter
Understanding Time Zone Offsets
Time zones are expressed as offsets from UTC. For example:
- •UTC+0: London, Lisbon (GMT)
- •UTC-5: New York (EST, no DST)
- •UTC-8: Los Angeles (PST, no DST)
- •UTC+1: Paris, Berlin (CET, no DST)
- •UTC+9: Tokyo (JST)
- •UTC+5:30: India (note the 30-minute offset)
Tips for Global Scheduling
- •Overlap Hours: Look for times that fall within working hours for all zones
- •Consider DST: Be aware of DST transitions affecting different regions
- •Date Changes: Watch for date changes when scheduling across many zones
- •Fair Rotation: Rotate meeting times to share inconvenient hours
- •Buffer Time: Allow time for participants to adjust their schedules
100% Private & Accurate
All time zone conversions happen locally in your browser using JavaScript's native Intl.DateTimeFormat API. Your data never leaves your device. The conversions automatically account for Daylight Saving Time and use the IANA Time Zone Database for maximum accuracy.