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AKST to HST Converter

HST is 1 hour behind AKST

Current AKST Time
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America/Anchorage
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
1h behind
AKST
UTC-9
HST
UTC-10
Overlapping hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM AKST (7h)

AKST to HST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in HST

AKST to HST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
AKST HST
12:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 12:00 AM
2:00 AM 1:00 AM
3:00 AM 2:00 AM
4:00 AM 3:00 AM
5:00 AM 4:00 AM
6:00 AM 5:00 AM
7:00 AM 6:00 AM
8:00 AM 7:00 AM
9:00 AM 8:00 AM
10:00 AM 9:00 AM
11:00 AM 10:00 AM
12:00 PM 11:00 AM
1:00 PM 12:00 PM
2:00 PM 1:00 PM
3:00 PM 2:00 PM
4:00 PM 3:00 PM
5:00 PM 4:00 PM
6:00 PM 5:00 PM
7:00 PM 6:00 PM
8:00 PM 7:00 PM
9:00 PM 8:00 PM
10:00 PM 9:00 PM
11:00 PM 10:00 PM

Converting Alaska Standard Time to Hawaii Standard Time

Alaska Standard Time (AKST) and Hawaii Standard Time (HST) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. HST is 1 hour behind AKST. AKST is UTC-9, used in United States, while HST is UTC-10, used in United States.

When converting from AKST to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM AKST equals 8:00 AM HST, 12:00 PM noon AKST equals 11:00 AM HST, and 5:00 PM AKST equals 4:00 PM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across AKST and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between AKST and HST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

AKST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AKDT (UTC-8) during summer months. HST does not observe DST, staying at UTC-10 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AKST and HST?
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is 1 hour behind Alaska Standard Time (AKST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in AKST, it is 11:00 AM in HST.
How do I convert AKST to HST?
To convert AKST to HST, subtract 1 hour from the AKST time. For example, 9:00 AM AKST is 8:00 AM HST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does AKST or HST observe Daylight Saving Time?
AKST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to AKDT (UTC-8). HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between AKST and HST?
The best time to schedule a call between AKST and HST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in AKST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in HST.
Is AKST ahead or behind HST?
AKST (UTC-9) is 1 hour ahead of HST (UTC-10). AKST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Anchorage, while HST corresponds to Pacific/Honolulu.

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