Live Sydney time with automatic updates
Sydney follows the Australia/Sydney time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Sydney.
The time shown is based on Sydney's official time zone (Australia/Sydney), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Sydney is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Sydney is crucial for:
Standard business hours in Sydney:
Note: Many cafes open from 7:00 AM
Current time in other major cities:
Punctuality:
Relaxed but professional. 5-10 minutes late is generally acceptable.
Business Etiquette:
Informal and friendly. First-name basis common. Smart casual acceptable in many offices.
From US Eastern:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST (9 AM - 12 PM Sydney next day)
From Europe:
11:00 PM - 8:00 AM CET (9 AM - 6 PM Sydney)
From Asia:
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM JST (1 PM - 9 PM Sydney)
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Sydney:
National holiday
Typically: January 26
Solemn remembrance day, morning services
Typically: April 25
Public holiday except WA
Typically: Second Monday in June
Victoria only, but nation watches
Typically: First Tuesday in November
Currently observing DST
+00:00 from UTC
Multiple cities in the region
Our Sydney world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Sydney.
