UTC to AKDT Converter

Convert between Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT).

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AKDT (Alaska Daylight Time)

UTC to AKDT Converter
AKDT to UTC Converter
UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
  • Offset: UTC+0 (no offset)
  • Description: The primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time
  • Usage: Used as the reference for all other time zones
  • Countries: Used worldwide as the standard reference
AKDT (Alaska Daylight Time)
  • Offset: UTC-8 (8 hours behind UTC)
  • Region: Most of Alaska, United States
  • Major Cities: Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, Kodiak, Nome, Barrow
  • Season: Summer time (March-November)
  • Winter Time: Switches to AKST (UTC-9) during winter
Key Difference: Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) is 8 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This means when it's 12:00 PM UTC, it's 4:00 AM AKDT.

Time Difference between UTC and AKDT

Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) is 8 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time.

UTC-8

AKDT is 8 hours behind UTC

Summer Time

Observed during summer months

Seasonal

March to November annually

UTC to AKDT Conversion Chart

12-Hour Format
UTC Time AKDT Time
12:00 AM04:00 PM (Previous Day)
01:00 AM05:00 PM (Previous Day)
02:00 AM06:00 PM (Previous Day)
03:00 AM07:00 PM (Previous Day)
04:00 AM08:00 PM (Previous Day)
05:00 AM09:00 PM (Previous Day)
06:00 AM10:00 PM (Previous Day)
07:00 AM11:00 PM (Previous Day)
08:00 AM12:00 AM (Midnight)
09:00 AM01:00 AM
10:00 AM02:00 AM
11:00 AM03:00 AM
12:00 PM04:00 AM
01:00 PM05:00 AM
02:00 PM06:00 AM
03:00 PM07:00 AM
04:00 PM08:00 AM
05:00 PM09:00 AM
06:00 PM10:00 AM
07:00 PM11:00 AM
08:00 PM12:00 PM (Noon)
09:00 PM01:00 PM
10:00 PM02:00 PM
11:00 PM03:00 PM
24-Hour Format
UTC Time AKDT Time
00:0016:00 (Previous Day)
01:0017:00 (Previous Day)
02:0018:00 (Previous Day)
03:0019:00 (Previous Day)
04:0020:00 (Previous Day)
05:0021:00 (Previous Day)
06:0022:00 (Previous Day)
07:0023:00 (Previous Day)
08:0000:00
09:0001:00
10:0002:00
11:0003:00
12:0004:00
13:0005:00
14:0006:00
15:0007:00
16:0008:00
17:0009:00
18:0010:00
19:0011:00
20:0012:00
21:0013:00
22:0014:00
23:0015:00

About Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT)

Geographic Coverage

AKDT covers most of Alaska during summer months:

  • Anchorage: Largest city, economic hub
  • Fairbanks: Interior Alaska, university town
  • Juneau: State capital, government center
  • Sitka: Historic Russian settlement
  • Ketchikan: "Salmon Capital of the World"
Additional Cities

Other major cities in AKDT:

  • Kodiak: Island community, fishing industry
  • Nome: Gold rush town, Iditarod finish
  • Barrow (Utqiaġvik): Northernmost city in US
  • Valdez: Oil terminal, Prince William Sound
  • Kenai: Kenai Peninsula, outdoor recreation
Historical Context
  • Established: 1983 (Alaska Time Act)
  • Previous System: Multiple time zones
  • Modern Schedule: Second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November
  • Purpose: Standardized time for Alaska
Economic and Cultural Significance
  • Oil Industry: Major economic driver
  • Fishing: Commercial and sport fishing
  • Tourism: Wildlife viewing, outdoor recreation
  • Mining: Gold, zinc, and other minerals
Note: Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) is observed during summer months (March-November). During winter months, Alaska switches to Alaska Standard Time (AKST) which is UTC-9.

Quick Reference

Business Hours

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AKDT
Typical Alaskan workday

Tourism

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM AKDT
Summer tourist season hours

Wildlife

Best viewing times
Early morning and evening

Major Cities in AKDT

Southcentral Alaska
  • Anchorage: Largest city, transportation hub, cultural center
  • Kenai: Kenai Peninsula, fishing and outdoor recreation
  • Valdez: Prince William Sound, oil terminal, glacier tours
  • Palmer: Matanuska Valley, agricultural center
Interior & Southeast Alaska
  • Fairbanks: Interior Alaska, University of Alaska, aurora viewing
  • Juneau: State capital, government, cruise ship port
  • Sitka: Historic Russian capital, national historical park
  • Ketchikan: "First City" of Alaska, totem poles, fishing

Economy and Industry

Key Industries
  • Oil & Gas: North Slope production, Trans-Alaska Pipeline
  • Fishing: Commercial fishing, salmon, halibut, crab
  • Mining: Gold, zinc, copper, coal extraction
  • Tourism: Cruise ships, wildlife viewing, outdoor recreation
Economic Importance
  • Energy: Major oil producer for US
  • Seafood: Leading producer of wild-caught fish
  • Military: Strategic location for defense
  • Research: Arctic and climate studies

Tourism and Culture

Major Attractions
  • Denali National Park: Mount Denali, wildlife viewing
  • Glacier Bay National Park: Tidewater glaciers, marine wildlife
  • Kenai Fjords National Park: Ice fields, marine wildlife
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center: Cultural exhibits, traditional arts
Cultural Events
  • Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race: Anchorage to Nome
  • Alaska State Fair: Palmer, agricultural exhibits
  • Fur Rendezvous: Anchorage winter festival
  • Native Games: Traditional athletic competitions

Climate and Geography

Climate
  • Summer: Long daylight hours, mild temperatures
  • Winter: Short daylight hours, cold temperatures
  • Precipitation: Varies by region, coastal areas wetter
  • Extreme Weather: Temperature variations, storms
Geography
  • Size: Largest state in the US
  • Coastline: Longest coastline in the US
  • Mountains: Alaska Range, Coast Mountains
  • Wildlife: Bears, moose, caribou, marine mammals

Daylight Saving Time Information

AKDT Schedule
  • Spring Forward: Second Sunday in March at 2:00 AM
  • Fall Back: First Sunday in November at 2:00 AM
  • Duration: Approximately 8 months
  • Purpose: Maximize daylight during summer months
Impact
  • Tourism: Extended daylight for outdoor activities
  • Energy: Reduced need for artificial lighting
  • Business: Better alignment with Lower 48 states
  • Safety: More daylight for commuting and outdoor work