How do I convert time between different time zones?

Use our timezone converter tool by selecting your current timezone and the target timezone. Enter the time you want to convert, and the tool will instantly show you the corresponding time in the other zone.

What is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

Daylight Saving Time is the practice of advancing clocks during warmer months so that darkness falls later each day according to the clock. Not all countries observe DST, and start/end dates vary by region.

How many time zones are there in the world?

There are 24 main time zones, one for each hour of the day. However, due to political and geographic considerations, there are actually over 40 different time zones in use worldwide.

UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time. It is the basis for civil time and time zones worldwide.

How do I schedule a meeting across multiple time zones?

Use our meeting planner feature to find the best time that works for all participants. Enter each participant's timezone, and the tool will show overlapping business hours.

DST Calendar 2026

Daylight Saving Time start and end dates for countries worldwide. Stay ahead of clock changes and avoid scheduling confusion.

DST Dates for 2026

Region	Clocks Forward (Spring)	Clocks Back (Fall)	Shift	Notes
United States & Canada	March 8, 2026 Second Sunday in March	November 1, 2026 First Sunday in November	+1 hour	Except Arizona (most), Hawaii, and Saskatchewan
European Union & UK	March 29, 2026 Last Sunday in March	October 25, 2026 Last Sunday in October	+1 hour	EU has voted to abolish mandatory DST; implementation pending
Australia (SE states)	October 4, 2026 First Sunday in October	April 5, 2026 First Sunday in April	+1 hour	NSW, VIC, TAS, SA, ACT only. QLD, WA, NT do not observe DST
New Zealand	September 27, 2026 Last Sunday in September	April 5, 2026 First Sunday in April	+1 hour	Including Chatham Islands
Brazil (select regions)	November 1, 2026 First Sunday in November	February 15, 2026 Third Sunday in February	+1 hour	Brazil suspended DST in 2019; may reinstate in the future
Mexico	April 5, 2026 First Sunday in April	October 25, 2026 Last Sunday in October	+1 hour	Mexico abolished DST in 2022 for most of the country

Countries That Do NOT Observe DST

The majority of the world's countries do not use Daylight Saving Time. Notable examples include:

Asia

Japan (UTC+9)
China (UTC+8)
India (UTC+5:30)
South Korea (UTC+9)
Singapore (UTC+8)
Thailand (UTC+7)
Vietnam (UTC+7)

Africa

South Africa (UTC+2)
Nigeria (UTC+1)
Kenya (UTC+3)
Ghana (UTC+0)
Ethiopia (UTC+3)
Tanzania (UTC+3)

Other

Russia (various UTC offsets)
Iceland (UTC+0)
Hawaii, USA (UTC-10)
Arizona, USA (UTC-7)
Most of Indonesia (UTC+7 to +9)
Argentina (UTC-3)

Tips for Handling DST Changes

For Travelers

Check if your destination observes DST before booking flights
Be aware that DST transitions happen on different dates in different countries
Use our timezone converter to verify current time differences
Set your devices to auto-update time zones

For Business

Review international meeting schedules around DST transition dates
Send reminders to international partners about upcoming clock changes
Use our meeting planner to find optimal times
Store all timestamps in UTC to avoid DST-related bugs