New South Wales (NSW) is a state in Australia that follows Australian Eastern Time, using AEST (UTC +10:00) during standard time and AEDT (UTC +11:00) during daylight saving time. It includes major cities like Sydney and is one of the country’s main economic regions.
Current Time in New South Wales
Quick Facts
- Time Standard: Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT)
- Offset: UTC +10:00 (AEST), UTC +11:00 (AEDT)
- Daylight Saving Time: Observed
- Used By: New South Wales, Australia
- Major City: Sydney
Time Difference From New South Wales
New South Wales time depends on the season.
Examples:
- New York: NSW −15 hours (−14 during DST overlap)
- London: NSW +10 hours (or +9 depending on DST)
- Tokyo: NSW +1 hour (or same time during DST differences)
Daylight Saving Time
New South Wales observes daylight saving time.
- Starts: First Sunday in October
- Ends: First Sunday in April
- Changes to: AEDT (UTC +11:00)
Best Time to Call
New South Wales time is ideal for coordinating with Asia-Pacific regions and the United States (evening overlap).
For example:
09:00 NSW may correspond to late afternoon in the US and morning in Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is New South Wales in?
New South Wales uses Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT).
Does NSW use daylight saving time?
Yes, NSW switches to AEDT during summer.
Is NSW the same time as Queensland?
Not always—Queensland does not observe DST.
Where New South Wales Is Located
New South Wales is located in:
- Eastern Australia
- Includes cities like Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong
Additional Notes
For a live NSW clock, use the IANA timezone Australia/Sydney, which automatically switches between AEST and AEDT.
