AKST to UTC time converter
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 9 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST) in January and 8 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up Anchorage and UTC: drag the cursor across the day, and working hours (9 AM–5 PM) are highlighted in every row so you can spot a slot that suits both sides.
Right now it is 01:43 AKDT in Anchorage and 09:43 UTC in UTC.
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AKST to UTC: frequently asked
What is the time difference between AKST and UTC?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 9 hours ahead of Alaska Time (AKST) in January and 8 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.
What time is 9 AM AKST in UTC?
9:00 AM AKST is 6:00 PM UTC in January, and 5:00 PM UTC in July.
When do working hours overlap between Anchorage and UTC?
In January: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 8:00 AM AKST, which is 5:00 PM UTC. In July: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 9:00 AM AKST, which is 5:00 PM UTC.