NZST to AWST Time Converter
AWST is 5 hours behind NZST right now. 9:00 AM in NZST is 4:00 AM in AWST.
Time now: NZST and AWST
AWST is 5 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 5 hours at some times of the year and 4 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
NZST to AWST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| NZST | AWST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 5:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
Best time to meet between NZST and AWST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM NZST = 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM AWST
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 NZST and AWST change?
Yes. Right now AWST is 5 hours behind NZST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. AWST is 4 hours behind NZST from then (it was 5 hours before).
- Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. AWST is 5 hours behind NZST from then (it was 4 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in NZST is 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM in AWST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in AWST is 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM in NZST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between NZST and AWST?
AWST is 5 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 5 hours at some times of the year and 4 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert NZST to AWST?
Subtract 5 hours from the NZST time to get the AWST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in NZST is 4:00 AM in AWST. Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in AWST?
It is 8:04 AM in AWST on Tuesday, November 10 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 1:04 PM in NZST.
Does the time difference between NZST and AWST change during the year?
Yes. Right now AWST is 5 hours behind NZST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. AWST is 4 hours behind NZST from then (it was 5 hours before). Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. AWST is 5 hours behind NZST from then (it was 4 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between NZST and AWST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM NZST = 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM AWST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.