GMT to AST Time Converter

Convert Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Atlantic Standard Time (AST). Both time zones are shown live below; current offset between them is 4 hours behind.

London · Greenwich Mean Time
23:22:47
Sunday, May 10, 2026
GMT+1 · UTC+01:00
Halifax · Atlantic Standard Time
19:22:47
Sunday, May 10, 2026
ADT · UTC-03:00

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From: GMT (London)
To: AST (Halifax)
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Daylight Saving status right now

GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Observes DST
Yes
In DST right now
Yes
Next fall back
2026-10-25
Offset shift
UTC+01:00 → UTC+00:00
AST (Atlantic Standard Time)
Observes DST
Yes
In DST right now
Yes
Next fall back
2026-11-01
Offset shift
UTC-03:00 → UTC-04:00

When can GMT and AST meet?

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Both zones in working hours (9am-5pm)
One zone working
Off-hours
Columns are hours of the day in London (GMT). Each row shows the local working-hours state in that zone for the same moment in time.
4 hours of overlap during standard 9am-5pm working hours.
Best meeting window: 13:00–16:00 GMT (09:00–12:00 AST).

Hour-by-hour GMT to AST conversion table

GMT time (London)AST time (Halifax)Status
00:00 Sun20:00 SatOff-hours both sides
01:00 Sun21:00 SatOff-hours both sides
02:00 Sun22:00 SatOff-hours both sides
03:00 Sun23:00 SatOff-hours both sides
04:00 Sun00:00 SunOff-hours both sides
05:00 Sun01:00 SunOff-hours both sides
06:00 Sun02:00 SunOff-hours both sides
07:00 Sun03:00 SunOff-hours both sides
08:00 Sun04:00 SunOff-hours both sides
09:00 Sun05:00 SunGMT working
10:00 Sun06:00 SunGMT working
11:00 Sun07:00 SunGMT working
12:00 Sun08:00 SunGMT working
13:00 Sun09:00 SunBoth at work
14:00 Sun10:00 SunBoth at work
15:00 Sun11:00 SunBoth at work
16:00 Sun12:00 SunBoth at work
17:00 Sun13:00 SunAST working
18:00 Sun14:00 SunAST working
19:00 Sun15:00 SunAST working
20:00 Sun16:00 SunAST working
21:00 Sun17:00 SunOff-hours both sides
22:00 Sun18:00 SunOff-hours both sides
23:00 Sun19:00 SunOff-hours both sides

Times computed for today in each zone using the IANA time zone database. The conversion accounts for daylight saving time wherever applicable.

About these time zones

Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
IANA identifier
Europe/London
Current UTC offset
UTC+01:00
Current abbreviation
GMT+1
Major cities in this zone
LondonManchesterEdinburghBirmingham
Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
IANA identifier
America/Halifax
Current UTC offset
UTC-03:00
Current abbreviation
ADT
Major cities in this zone
Halifax

Sun today in London and Halifax

London
Sunrise
05:18
Sunset
20:38
Solar noon
12:58
Daylight
15h 20m

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Looking for local time? See time in London or time in Halifax.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between GMT and AST right now?+
AST (Atlantic Standard Time) is currently 4 hours behind GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). The exact difference can change when one or both zones transition into or out of daylight saving time.
Does GMT or AST observe daylight saving time?+
GMT: observes daylight saving time. AST: observes daylight saving time.
When is the best time to schedule a meeting between GMT and AST?+
The strongest overlap is 13:00–16:00 GMT (09:00–12:00 AST), giving 4 hours when both sides are within standard 9am-5pm working hours.
What time is it in Halifax when it is 12:00 noon in London?+
When it is 12:00 Sun in London (GMT), it is 08:00 Sun in Halifax (AST).
Which IANA time zone identifiers are used for GMT and AST?+
GMT maps to "Europe/London" in the IANA database. AST maps to "America/Halifax". These identifiers are what most software libraries use to convert times accurately, including DST handling.
Is London ahead of or behind Halifax?+
Whether London (GMT) is ahead of or behind Halifax (AST) depends on the current UTC offsets. Right now AST is 4 hours behind GMT. The live converter and side-by-side clocks above always reflect the current direction.
What are the current UTC offsets for GMT and AST?+
GMT is UTC+01:00 (GMT+1) and AST is UTC-03:00 (ADT). Both offsets shift by one hour when the corresponding region enters or exits daylight saving time, so the live values on this page are the source of truth.
Can I schedule meetings during business hours for both GMT and AST?+
Yes. There are 4 hours of overlap during standard 9am-5pm working hours, with the strongest window at 13:00–16:00 GMT.