US Pacific Time to Australian Western Time
Convert times between US Pacific Time (PST, UTC-8:00) and Australian Western Time (AWST, UTC+8:00). Australian Western Time is 16 hours ahead of US Pacific Time in standard time. During daylight saving time this difference changes to 15 hours.
UTC-8:00 / -7:00→UTC+8:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Pacific Time | PST / PDT | UTC-8:00 | UTC-7:00 | United States |
| Australian Western Time | AWST | UTC+8:00 | — | Australia |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (PST → AWST)
| US Pacific Time | Australian Western Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM PST | 4:00 PM AWST |
| 6:00 AM PST | 10:00 PM AWST |
| 9:00 AM PST | 1:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 12:00 PM PST | 4:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 3:00 PM PST | 7:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 6:00 PM PST | 10:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 9:00 PM PST | 1:00 PM (next day) AWST |
Summer (DST) Conversion (PDT → AWST)
| US Pacific Time (summer) | Australian Western Time (summer) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM PDT | 3:00 PM AWST |
| 6:00 AM PDT | 9:00 PM AWST |
| 9:00 AM PDT | 12:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 12:00 PM PDT | 3:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 3:00 PM PDT | 6:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 6:00 PM PDT | 9:00 AM (next day) AWST |
| 9:00 PM PDT | 12:00 PM (next day) AWST |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- US Pacific Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to PDT (UTC-7:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
- The offset difference shifts between 16h (standard) and 15h (DST season). Always verify the current offset using the live converter below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert PST to AWST?
Add 16 hours to the PST time to get AWST. For example, 9:00 AM PST = 1:00 AM AWST.
What is the current UTC offset for US Pacific Time?
US Pacific Time is UTC-8:00 during standard time (PST) and UTC-7:00 during summer daylight saving time (PDT).
Is Australian Western Time ahead or behind US Pacific Time?
Australian Western Time is 16 hours ahead of US Pacific Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between PST and AWST?
Due to the 16-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
Related Timezone Conversions
US Pacific Time → US Eastern TimePST / ESTUS Pacific Time → US Central TimePST / CSTUS Pacific Time → US Mountain TimePST / MSTUS Pacific Time → US Alaska TimePST / AKSTUS Pacific Time → Hawaii TimePST / HSTUS Pacific Time → Canada Atlantic TimePST / ASTUS Pacific Time → Australian Eastern TimePST / AESTUS Pacific Time → Australian Central TimePST / ACST
Need the exact current time?
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