AKDT Time Now — Alaska Daylight Time
AKDT (Alaska Daylight Time) is a fixed offset of UTC−8 — it never changes for daylight saving.
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AKST / AKDT daylight-saving dates
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Clocks change at 2:00 AM local time. Dates shift by a week or so each year; these are computed live from the IANA time-zone database.
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About AKDT
AKDT is the daylight-saving counterpart of AKST (UTC−9).
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Frequently asked questions
What does AKDT stand for?
AKDT stands for Alaska Daylight Time, a UTC offset of UTC−8.
Is AKST the same as AKDT?
No. AKST (UTC−9) is standard (winter) time; AKDT (UTC−8) is daylight (summer) time, one hour ahead. The umbrella term “Alaska Time” refers to whichever is in effect, so it is always safe to write Alaska Time when you are unsure.
When do the clocks change for AKDT?
In 2026, clocks go forward into AKDT on Sunday, March 8 and back into AKST on Sunday, November 1. The dates shift by a week or so each year; this page always shows the live, correct schedule.
What time is it in AKDT right now?
It is currently 4:15 AM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in AKDT (UTC−8).
Where is AKDT used?
Alaska from mid-March to early November. Typical cities include Anchorage, Fairbanks.
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