Current time in Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne follows Australian Eastern Time (AET). Note: Melbourne shares the same time zone as Sydney and Canberra.
Quick facts:
- Time zone: AET
- Standard time: AEST (UTC +10:00)
- Summer time: AEDT (UTC +11:00)
- Daylight Saving: Observed
- IANA zone: Australia/Melbourne
Time difference from Melbourne:
- Melbourne ↔ Sydney: Same time
- Melbourne ↔ Canberra: Same time
- Melbourne ↔ Auckland: Auckland is usually 2–3 hours ahead (depending on DST overlap)
- Melbourne ↔ Los Angeles: LA is usually 17–19 hours behind (depending on DST)
- Melbourne ↔ London: London is usually 9–11 hours behind (depending on DST)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Melbourne use Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Melbourne switches between AEST (UTC +10) and AEDT (UTC +11).
What time zone is Melbourne in?
Australian Eastern Time (AET).
Is Melbourne the same time as Sydney?
Yes. Sydney and Melbourne follow the same time zone year-round.
