Time zone in Sydney
The current local time in Sydney, Australia is shown above, synchronized to the second. Sydney uses Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10). Sydney observes daylight saving time. On April 5, 2026 the clocks change to Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10). On October 4, 2026 the clocks change to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11).
Show the time in Sydney in fullscreen
Use the fullscreen button to turn your screen into a large clock showing the local time in Sydney. In the settings you can choose a theme, add your own background image or switch to an analog clock face.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Sydney in?
Sydney uses Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10). The IANA time zone identifier is Australia/Sydney.
Does Sydney observe daylight saving time?
Sydney observes daylight saving time. On April 5, 2026 the clocks change to Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10). On October 4, 2026 the clocks change to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11).
What is the time difference to Sydney?
The time difference between your location and Sydney is shown directly under the clock. It is calculated from your device’s time zone and always takes daylight saving time into account.