UTC to AKST time converter
Alaska Time (AKST) is 9 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) in January and 8 hours behind in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference. Use the grid below to line up UTC and Anchorage: 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 09:43 UTC in UTC and 01:43 AKDT in Anchorage.
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UTC to AKST: frequently asked
What is the time difference between UTC and AKST?
Alaska Time (AKST) is 9 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) in January and 8 hours behind in July, because daylight saving time shifts the difference.
What time is 9 AM UTC in AKST?
9:00 AM UTC is 12:00 AM AKST in January, and 1:00 AM AKST in July.
When do working hours overlap between UTC and Anchorage?
In January: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 6:00 PM UTC, which is 9:00 AM AKST. In July: Standard 9:00 AM–5:00 PM working hours never overlap. The closest fit is 5:00 PM UTC, which is 9:00 AM AKST.