AKST Time Now — Alaska Standard Time
AKST (Alaska Standard Time) is a fixed offset of UTC−9 — 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.
AKST, AKDT and Alaska Time
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About AKST
Regions on AKST switch to AKDT (UTC−8) during daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What does AKST stand for?
AKST stands for Alaska Standard Time, a UTC offset of UTC−9.
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 AKST?
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 AKST right now?
It is currently 3:15 AM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in AKST (UTC−9).
Where is AKST used?
Alaska in winter. Typical cities include Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau.
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