Current Time in Alaska
Nearly the entire state runs on Alaska Time, but the far-western Aleutian Islands, including Adak, are an hour further behind on Hawaii-Aleutian Time.
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Capital
Juneau
Time zone(s)
Alaska Time / Hawaii-Aleutian Time
Daylight saving
Observed
Population
733,000
A split time zone state
Nearly the entire state runs on Alaska Time, but the far-western Aleutian Islands, including Adak, are an hour further behind on Hawaii-Aleutian Time.
Cities in Alaska
Alaska vs. other US zones
| Location | Current time | UTC offset | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | 3:42 PM EDT | UTC-4 | 4 hours ahead |
| Central Time | 2:42 PM CDT | UTC-5 | 3 hours ahead |
| Mountain Time | 1:42 PM MDT | UTC-6 | 2 hours ahead |
| Pacific Time | 12:42 PM PDT | UTC-7 | 1 hour ahead |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Time | 9:42 AM HST | UTC-10 | 2 hours behind |
| Atlantic Time | 3:42 PM AST | UTC-4 | 4 hours ahead |
| Samoa Time | 8:42 AM GMT-11 | UTC-11 | 3 hours behind |
| Chamorro Time | 5:42 AM GMT+10 | UTC+10 | 18 hours ahead |
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Alaska in?
Alaska is split between two time zones. Nearly the entire state runs on Alaska Time, but the far-western Aleutian Islands, including Adak, are an hour further behind on Hawaii-Aleutian Time.
Does Alaska observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Alaska observes daylight saving time, following the same national schedule as most of the country.
What is Alaska's capital and what time zone is it in?
Juneau is Alaska's capital.