UNIX Timestamp to Australian Central
Convert UNIX timestamps, epoch times, and ISO dates to Australian Central (ACST/ACDT). Current offset: UTC+9:30 (ACST) / UTC+10:30 (ACDT). South Australia observes DST from the first Sunday in October to the first Sunday in April. Northern Territory does not observe DST.
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About Australian Central
- IANA Name
- Australia/Adelaide
- Abbreviation
- ACST/ACDT
- UTC Offset
- UTC+9:30 (winter) / UTC+10:30 (summer)
- Region
- Oceania
- Major Cities
- Adelaide, Darwin, Alice Springs
- Daylight Saving
- Yes
Frequently asked questions
Why is South Australia on a half-hour timezone?
South Australia uses UTC+9:30, a unique half-hour offset chosen to split the difference between Western Australia (UTC+8) and Eastern Australia (UTC+10).
Does Adelaide observe daylight saving time?
Yes. South Australia observes DST (ACDT, UTC+10:30) from October to April. The Northern Territory (Darwin) does not observe DST and stays at UTC+9:30 year-round.
What is the time difference between Adelaide and Sydney?
Adelaide is 30 minutes behind Sydney during standard time and 30 minutes behind during summer. When it is noon in Sydney, it is 11:30 AM in Adelaide.