Current Time in Australia
Check local time in Canberra and all Australia cities. Australia spans 4 time zones.
Australia Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in Australia
Australia uses AWST (UTC+8) year-round. Canberra is the capital and largest city.
Australia observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
Major Cities in Australia (15 cities)
Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.
📞Best Time to Call Australia
Due to the significant time difference, calling Australia from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Australia during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
Standard business hours in Australia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Australia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for Australia
When planning your trip to Australia, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in Australia
- Australia spans 4 time zones, making it one of the widest countries in terms of time coverage.
- The capital Canberra is the political center of Australia with a total national population of 26M.
- Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
- The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.
About Time in Australia
Australia uses a single time zone (AWST (UTC+8)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Canberra serves as the political and often economic center of Australia. Major business activities are spread across cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Australia, it's important to consider the time difference. AWST (UTC+8) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Australia.
Australia uses the Australian Dollar (A$) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +61. Multiple languages are spoken, including English.
Cities in Australia
Explore local time in 15 cities across Australia:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Australia
Australia spans 4 time zones: AWST (UTC+8), ACST (UTC+9:30), AEST (UTC+10), AEDT (UTC+11). The capital Canberra uses AWST (UTC+8).
Australia observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
Due to the significant time difference, calling Australia from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Australia during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
Standard business hours in Australia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
Australia uses the Australian Dollar (A$) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +61. Official languages include English.