HST to AKST Time Converter
AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST right now. 9:00 AM in HST is 10:00 AM in AKST.
Time now: HST and AKST
AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 2 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
HST to AKST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| HST | AKST |
|---|---|
| 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 | 12:00 AMnext day |
Best time to meet between HST and AKST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM HST = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM AKST
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 HST and AKST change?
Yes. Right now AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 14 March 2027: AKST moves its clocks forward. AKST is 2 hours ahead of HST from then (it was 1 hour before).
- Sunday, 7 November 2027: AKST moves its clocks back. AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST from then (it was 2 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in HST is 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM in AKST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AKST is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in HST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between HST and AKST?
AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 1 hour at some times of the year and 2 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert HST to AKST?
Add 1 hour to the HST time to get the AKST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in HST is 10:00 AM in AKST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in AKST?
It is 2:12 PM in AKST on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 1:12 PM in HST.
Does the time difference between HST and AKST change during the year?
Yes. Right now AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 14 March 2027: AKST moves its clocks forward. AKST is 2 hours ahead of HST from then (it was 1 hour before). Sunday, 7 November 2027: AKST moves its clocks back. AKST is 1 hour ahead of HST from then (it was 2 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between HST and AKST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM HST = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM AKST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does HST mean?
Hawaii does not use daylight saving time.