AST to UTC time converter
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 4 hours ahead of Atlantic Time (AST) in January and 3 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up Halifax 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 06:43 ADT in Halifax and 09:43 UTC in UTC.
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AST to UTC: frequently asked
What is the time difference between AST and UTC?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 4 hours ahead of Atlantic Time (AST) in January and 3 hours ahead in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.
What time is 9 AM AST in UTC?
9:00 AM AST is 1:00 PM UTC in January, and 12:00 PM UTC in July.
When do working hours overlap between Halifax and UTC?
In January: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM AST (1:00 PM to 5:00 PM UTC). In July: Both sides are within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM AST (12:00 PM to 5:00 PM UTC).