Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT)
Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) is UTC−8. It is the daylight saving (summer) time of Alaska during daylight saving time; in winter the area returns to AKST (UTC−9).
AKDT is not in force right now – the zone is currently on AKST (UTC−9).
Convert AKDT
Where AKDT is used
Alaska during daylight saving time.
Major cities on America/Anchorage
AKDT and daylight saving time
The next change is on 14 March 2027 at 01:59 local time: clocks go forward one hour, from AKST (UTC−9) to AKDT (UTC−8).
AKDT FAQ
What is AKDT?
Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) is UTC−8. It is the daylight saving (summer) time of Alaska during daylight saving time; in winter the area returns to AKST (UTC−9).
What is the current AKDT time?
AKDT is UTC−8. The live clock on this page shows the current Alaska Daylight Time time, updated every second.
What is the difference between AKDT and AKST?
AKST is one hour behind AKDT. AKDT is used during daylight saving time; AKST is the standard time.
Which countries use AKDT?
AKDT is used in Alaska during daylight saving time.
Updated 6 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.