What Time Zone Is Alaska?
Alaska uses 2 time zones: AKST (UTC−9), UTC−10 (UTC−10). Anchorage is on AKST.
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· Alaska — main zone
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 |
Convert Alaska time
Main 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 |
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 zone FAQ
What time zone is Alaska in?
Alaska spans 2 time zones: AKST (UTC−9), UTC−10 (UTC−10).
Which areas of Alaska use each time zone?
AKST: Anchorage. UTC−10: America/Adak
Does all of Alaska observe daylight saving time?
Yes, every zone in Alaska changes its clocks.
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.