Greenwich Mean Time to US Alaska Time
Convert times between Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+0:00) and US Alaska Time (AKST, UTC-9:00). US Alaska Time is 9 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time in standard time.
UTC+0:00 / +1:00→UTC-9:00 / -8:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Mean Time | GMT / BST | UTC+0:00 | UTC+1:00 | United Kingdom |
| US Alaska Time | AKST / AKDT | UTC-9:00 | UTC-8:00 | United States |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (GMT → AKST)
| Greenwich Mean Time | US Alaska Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM GMT | 3:00 PM (prev day) AKST |
| 6:00 AM GMT | 9:00 PM (prev day) AKST |
| 9:00 AM GMT | 12:00 AM AKST |
| 12:00 PM GMT | 3:00 AM AKST |
| 3:00 PM GMT | 6:00 AM AKST |
| 6:00 PM GMT | 9:00 AM AKST |
| 9:00 PM GMT | 12:00 PM AKST |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- Greenwich Mean Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to BST (UTC+1:00) roughly from month 3 to 10.
- US Alaska Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to AKDT (UTC-8:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert GMT to AKST?
Add (-9) hours to the GMT time to get AKST. For example, 9:00 AM GMT = 12:00 AM AKST.
What is the current UTC offset for Greenwich Mean Time?
Greenwich Mean Time is UTC+0:00 during standard time (GMT) and UTC+1:00 during summer daylight saving time (BST).
Is US Alaska Time ahead or behind Greenwich Mean Time?
US Alaska Time is 9 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between GMT and AKST?
Due to the 9-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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