Current Time in Northern Territory, Australia
Northern Territory has more than one time zone. The main one (Northern Territory) is Australian Central Standard Time – ACST (UTC+9:30) right now.
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· Northern Territory
Australia/Darwin
Time zones in Northern Territory
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) | UTC+9:30 | --:-- | Australia/Darwin |
| Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) | UTC+8 | --:-- | Perth |
Convert Northern Territory time
Northern Territory, Australia
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Eastern Standard Time
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Time zone of Northern Territory
| Time zone | Australian Central Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | ACST |
| UTC offset | UTC+9:30 |
| IANA time zone id | Australia/Darwin |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Northern Territory and other cities
| City | Difference | Local time |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| Los Angeles | 17 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| London | 9 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| Paris | 8 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| Dubai | 5 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| India | 4 hours behind | --:-- |
| Manila | 1 hour 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| Tokyo | 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
| Sydney | 1 hour 30 minutes ahead | --:-- |
| Toronto | 14 hours 30 minutes behind | --:-- |
Daylight saving time in Northern Territory
Northern Territory does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+9:30 all year, so conversions never shift.
Northern Territory time FAQ
What time is it in Northern Territory right now?
Northern Territory is on ACST (UTC+9:30). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Northern Territory, updated every second.
What time zone is Northern Territory in?
Northern Territory uses 2 time zones: ACST, AWST. The main zone is Australian Central Standard Time (Australia/Darwin).
Does Northern Territory observe daylight saving time?
No. Northern Territory stays on UTC+9:30 all year.
What is the time difference between Northern Territory and New York?
New York is 14 hours 30 minutes behind Northern Territory.
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.