Time Zone Calculator
What is the Time Zone Calculator?
This tool allows you to easily calculate the exact time difference between different time zones around the world. Key features include:
- Support for major time zones worldwide
- Automatic detection of daylight saving time based on the input date
- Intuitive interface for easy operation
- Ideal for travel planning and international business scheduling
How to Use the Time Zone Calculator?
- Enter the time you want to calculate: Input the date and time. The default is the current time in UTC.
- Select the source time zone: Choose the time zone for the time you entered.
- Select the destination time zone: Choose the time zone you want to convert to.
- Click the "Convert" button: The result will be displayed.
Daylight saving time is automatically determined based on the date you enter.
Major Cities and Their Time Zones
Below is a list of major world cities and their corresponding time zones. Use this as a reference when calculating time differences.
| City | Country | Time Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Japan | JST (Japan Standard Time) |
| New York | USA | EST/EDT (Eastern Standard Time/Daylight Time) |
| Los Angeles | USA | PST/PDT (Pacific Standard Time/Daylight Time) |
| Chicago | USA | CST/CDT (Central Standard Time/Daylight Time) |
| London | UK | GMT/BST (Greenwich Mean Time/British Summer Time) |
| Paris | France | CET/CEST (Central European Time/Summer Time) |
| Berlin | Germany | CET/CEST (Central European Time/Summer Time) |
| Moscow | Russia | MSK (Moscow Standard Time) |
| Dubai | UAE | GST (Gulf Standard Time) |
| Mumbai | India | IST (India Standard Time) |
| Singapore | Singapore | SGT (Singapore Standard Time) |
| Hong Kong | China | HKT (Hong Kong Time) |
| Shanghai | China | CST (China Standard Time) |
| Sydney | Australia | AEST/AEDT (Australian Eastern Standard/Daylight Time) |
| Auckland | New Zealand | NZST/NZDT (New Zealand Standard/Daylight Time) |
| Rio de Janeiro | Brazil | BRT (BrasÃlia Time) |
| Johannesburg | South Africa | SAST (South Africa Standard Time) |
| Cairo | Egypt | EET (Eastern European Time) |
| Bangkok | Thailand | ICT (Indochina Time) |
| Seoul | South Korea | KST (Korea Standard Time) |
Note: Some cities may observe daylight saving time. For specific time differences on a particular date, please use the Time Zone Calculator tool above.
Current Time in Major Time Zones
The table below displays the current time in major time zones around the world. Each row includes the time zone name, UTC offset, and the corresponding current date and time.
| Time Zone | Current Time |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How is daylight saving time handled?
Daylight saving time is automatically applied based on the input date. The time zone options are also updated according to the date.
Does this tool cover all time zones?
We cover all major time zones worldwide. For special time zones or region-specific times, please select the time zone with the closest UTC offset.
What is the reference point for the calculated time difference?
The time difference is calculated based on the source time zone. For example, when converting from Tokyo to New York, the time difference is shown relative to Tokyo time.