Basic Formula: Target Time = Source Time + (Target UTC - Source UTC)
Daylight Saving: Add 1 hour during DST periods
Crossing Date Line: Add/Subtract 1 day when crossing ±12 hours
Half-hour Zones: India (UTC+5:30), Nepal (UTC+5:45), etc.
Common UTC Offsets:
UTC-8: Pacific Time (PST/PDT)
UTC-5: Eastern Time (EST/EDT)
UTC+0: Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
UTC+1: Central European Time (CET)
UTC+5:30: Indian Standard Time (IST)
UTC+8: China Standard Time (CST)
UTC+9: Japan Standard Time (JST)
UTC+10: Australian Eastern Time (AEST)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is UTC time?
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time. It is within about 1 second of mean solar time at 0° longitude.
How does daylight saving time affect time zones?
During daylight saving time (DST), clocks are set forward by 1 hour. For example, EST becomes EDT (UTC-4 instead of UTC-5). DST typically runs from spring to fall in many countries.
What's the International Date Line?
The International Date Line is an imaginary line at approximately 180° longitude. Crossing it eastward subtracts a day, crossing westward adds a day.
Why do some time zones have 30 or 45 minute offsets?
Some regions use half-hour or quarter-hour offsets for historical or political reasons. Examples: India (UTC+5:30), Nepal (UTC+5:45), and parts of Australia.
How do I schedule meetings across time zones?
Use our Meeting Planner tool to find overlapping business hours. Generally, aim for 9 AM-5 PM in both locations, considering time differences and work hours.