The current local time in Marshall Islands is shown above. The country operates on Marshall Islands Time (MHT) with a UTC offset of UTC+12.
Major locations including Majuro and Ebeye follow the same national time zone.
The Marshall Islands use a single time zone across the entire country, which helps keep time consistent across its many coral atolls.
The Marshall Islands follow Marshall Islands Time (UTC+12) throughout the year and do not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Majuro
- Region: Oceania / Central Pacific
- Time Zone: Marshall Islands Time (MHT)
- UTC Offset: UTC+12
- Daylight Saving Time: No
- Population: About 42,000
- Languages: Marshallese and English
- Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Time Difference from Major Cities
- Marshall Islands ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 1–2 hours behind the Marshall Islands depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
- Marshall Islands ↔ New York: New York is usually 17 hours behind the Marshall Islands.
- Marshall Islands ↔ London: London is usually 12 hours behind the Marshall Islands.
- Marshall Islands ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually 8 hours behind the Marshall Islands.
- Marshall Islands ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 3 hours behind the Marshall Islands.
- Time differences may vary slightly when other countries adjust clocks for Daylight Saving Time.
Daylight Saving Time
The Marshall Islands do not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on UTC+12 throughout the year, maintaining a consistent national time.
Best Time to Call Marshall Islands from Abroad
If you are calling the Marshall Islands from:
- Australia (Sydney): Best time is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sydney time, corresponding to normal business hours in the Marshall Islands.
- United Kingdom: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM UK time reaches the Marshall Islands in the morning.
- United States (New York): 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST corresponds to morning in the Marshall Islands.
Typical business hours in the Marshall Islands are 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is the Marshall Islands in?
The Marshall Islands follow Marshall Islands Time (MHT) which is UTC+12.
Do the Marshall Islands observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. The country keeps the same time throughout the year.
Is the Marshall Islands ahead of Australia in time?
Yes. The Marshall Islands are usually 1–2 hours ahead of Sydney, depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
Where are the Marshall Islands Located?
The Marshall Islands are located in the central Pacific Ocean, north of the equator and west of the International Date Line. The country consists of 29 coral atolls and over 1,000 small islands spread across a large area of ocean.
What are the Marshall Islands Famous For?
The Marshall Islands are known for their remote coral atolls, beautiful lagoons, and unique Pacific island culture.
The Marshall Islands are famous for:
- Beautiful coral atolls and turquoise lagoons
- World-class scuba diving and shipwreck sites
- Traditional Pacific island culture and communities
- Historic World War II sites
- Rich marine biodiversity and tropical reefs
- Remote island landscapes across the Pacific Ocean
Because of their remote location and natural beauty, the Marshall Islands are one of the most unique island nations in the Pacific.
Additional Note
Since the Marshall Islands do not observe Daylight Saving Time, international time differences may change when other countries adjust their clocks seasonally.
