Current Time in Alaska, United States
Alaska has more than one time zone. The main one (Anchorage) is Alaska Standard Time – AKST (UTC−9) right now.
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· Alaska
America/Anchorage
Time zones in Alaska
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Standard Time (AKST) | UTC−9 | --:-- | Anchorage |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (UTC−10) | UTC−10 | --:-- | America/Adak |
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Time zone of Alaska
| Time zone | Alaska Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | AKST |
| UTC offset | UTC−9 |
| IANA time zone id | America/Anchorage |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC−9 in winter, UTC−8 in summer |
Time difference between Alaska and other cities
Daylight saving time in Alaska
2026
- 8 March 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AKST (UTC−9) to AKDT (UTC−8).
- 1 November 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AKDT (UTC−8) to AKST (UTC−9).
2027
- 14 March 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AKST (UTC−9) to AKDT (UTC−8).
- 7 November 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 01:59 local time, from AKDT (UTC−8) to AKST (UTC−9).
Alaska time FAQ
What time is it in Alaska right now?
Alaska is on AKST (UTC−9). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Alaska, updated every second.
What time zone is Alaska in?
Alaska uses 2 time zones: AKST, UTC−10. The main zone is Alaska Standard Time (America/Anchorage).
Does Alaska observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 14 Mar 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from AKST to AKDT.
What is the time difference between Alaska and New York?
New York is 4 hours ahead of Alaska.
Cities in Alaska
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.