UNIX Timestamp to Singapore Time

Convert UNIX timestamps, epoch times, and ISO dates to Singapore Time (SGT). Current offset: UTC+8 (SGT). Singapore does not observe daylight saving time.

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About Singapore Time

IANA Name
Asia/Singapore
Abbreviation
SGT
UTC Offset
UTC+8 (no DST)
Region
Southeast Asia
Major Cities
Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Brunei, Perth
Daylight Saving
No

Frequently asked questions

Why is Singapore on UTC+8?

Singapore is geographically near UTC+7 but uses UTC+8 for economic alignment with Malaysia, Hong Kong, and China. This has been the case since 1982.

Does Singapore observe DST?

No. Singapore Time (SGT) is UTC+8 year-round with no daylight saving adjustments.

Is Singapore time the same as China time?

Yes. Singapore (SGT), China (CST), Malaysia (MYT), and the Philippines (PHT) all use UTC+8 despite spanning a wide geographic range.

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