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