UTC to GST Time Converter

Convert Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) to Gulf Standard Time (GST). Both time zones are shown live below; current offset between them is 4 hours ahead.

UTC · Coordinated Universal Time
20:55:26
Sunday, May 10, 2026
UTC · UTC+00:00
Dubai · Gulf Standard Time
00:55:26
Monday, May 11, 2026
GMT+4 · UTC+04:00

Convert a specific time

From: UTC (UTC)
To: GST (Dubai)
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Daylight Saving status right now

UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
Observes DST
No
GST (Gulf Standard Time)
Observes DST
No

When can UTC and GST meet?

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Both zones in working hours (9am-5pm)
One zone working
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Columns are hours of the day in UTC (UTC). 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: 09:00–12:00 UTC (13:00–16:00 GST).

Hour-by-hour UTC to GST conversion table

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

Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
IANA identifier
UTC
Current UTC offset
UTC+00:00
Current abbreviation
UTC
Major cities in this zone
UTC
Gulf Standard Time (GST)
IANA identifier
Asia/Dubai
Current UTC offset
UTC+04:00
Current abbreviation
GMT+4
Major cities in this zone
DubaiAbu Dhabi

Sun today in UTC and Dubai

Dubai
Sunrise
05:37
Sunset
18:55
Solar noon
12:16
Daylight
13h 17m

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between UTC and GST right now?+
GST (Gulf Standard Time) is currently 4 hours ahead UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). The exact difference can change when one or both zones transition into or out of daylight saving time.
Does UTC or GST observe daylight saving time?+
UTC: does not observe daylight saving time. GST: does not observe daylight saving time.
When is the best time to schedule a meeting between UTC and GST?+
The strongest overlap is 09:00–12:00 UTC (13:00–16:00 GST), giving 4 hours when both sides are within standard 9am-5pm working hours.
What time is it in Dubai when it is 12:00 noon in UTC?+
When it is 12:00 Sun in UTC (UTC), it is 16:00 Sun in Dubai (GST).
Which IANA time zone identifiers are used for UTC and GST?+
UTC maps to "UTC" in the IANA database. GST maps to "Asia/Dubai". These identifiers are what most software libraries use to convert times accurately, including DST handling.
Is UTC ahead of or behind Dubai?+
Whether UTC (UTC) is ahead of or behind Dubai (GST) depends on the current UTC offsets. Right now GST is 4 hours ahead UTC. The live converter and side-by-side clocks above always reflect the current direction.
What are the current UTC offsets for UTC and GST?+
UTC is UTC+00:00 (UTC) and GST is UTC+04:00 (GMT+4). 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 UTC and GST?+
Yes. There are 4 hours of overlap during standard 9am-5pm working hours, with the strongest window at 09:00–12:00 UTC.