BST to UTC Time Converter
UTC is at the same time as BST right now. 9:00 AM in BST is 9:00 AM in UTC.
Time now: BST and UTC
UTC and BST show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 0 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
BST to UTC conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| BST | UTC |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 1:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 1:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM |
Best time to meet between BST and UTC
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM BST = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM UTC
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between BST and UTC change?
Yes. Right now UTC has the same time as BST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 28 March 2027: BST moves its clocks forward. UTC is 1 hour behind BST from then (it was zero before).
- Sunday, 31 October 2027: BST moves its clocks back. UTC has the same time as BST from then (it was 1 hour before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in BST is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in UTC.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in UTC is 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM in BST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between BST and UTC?
UTC and BST show the same time right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 0 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert BST to UTC?
The times are the same. 9:00 AM in BST is 9:00 AM in UTC. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in UTC?
It is 11:58 PM in UTC on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 11:58 PM in BST.
Does the time difference between BST and UTC change during the year?
Yes. Right now UTC has the same time as BST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 28 March 2027: BST moves its clocks forward. UTC is 1 hour behind BST from then (it was zero before). Sunday, 31 October 2027: BST moves its clocks back. UTC has the same time as BST from then (it was 1 hour before).
What is the best time for a meeting between BST and UTC?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM BST = 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM UTC. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does BST mean?
The UK uses GMT in winter and BST in summer.