Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is a time zone that is UTC +8:00, meaning it is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time. It is used in Western Australia and remains consistent throughout the year.
Current Time in AWST
CURRENT AWST TIME
00:00:00 AWST
Quick Facts
- Time Standard: Australian Western Standard Time (AWST)
- Offset: UTC +08:00
- Daylight Saving Time: Not observed
- Used By: Western Australia
- Also Known As: AWST
Time Difference From AWST
Australian Western Standard Time is 8 hours ahead of UTC.
Examples:
- New York: AWST −13 hours (−12 during DST)
- London: AWST +8 hours (or +7 during DST)
- Sydney: AWST −2 hours (or −3 during DST)
Daylight Saving Time
Australian Western Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The time remains the same throughout the year.
Best Time to Call
AWST is ideal for coordinating between Australia, Asia, and parts of the Middle East.
For example:
10:00 AWST may correspond to midday in East Asia and early morning in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does AWST stand for?
AWST stands for Australian Western Standard Time.
Which region uses AWST?
Western Australia uses AWST.
Does AWST change during daylight saving time?
No, Western Australia does not observe DST.
Where AWST Is Used
Australian Western Standard Time is used in:
- Western Australia (Perth)
