What Time Zone Is Northern Territory?
Northern Territory uses 2 time zones: ACST (UTC+9:30), AWST (UTC+8).
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· Northern Territory — main zone
Australia/Darwin
Time zones in Northern Territory
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) | UTC+9:30 | --:-- | Australia/Darwin |
| Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) | UTC+8 | --:-- | Perth |
Convert Northern Territory time
Northern Territory, Australia
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Main time zone of Northern Territory
| Time zone | Australian Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | ACST |
| UTC offset | UTC+9:30 |
| IANA time zone id | Australia/Darwin |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Daylight saving time in Northern Territory
Northern Territory does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+9:30 all year, so conversions never shift.
Northern Territory time zone FAQ
What time zone is Northern Territory in?
Northern Territory spans 2 time zones: ACST (UTC+9:30), AWST (UTC+8).
Which areas of Northern Territory use each time zone?
ACST: Australia/Darwin. AWST: Perth
Does all of Northern Territory observe daylight saving time?
No. No part of Northern Territory changes its clocks.
Current time in Northern Territory
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.