What time is it in Anchorage?

Anchorage, United States

It is now 09:12 in Anchorage. Anchorage is currently 10 hours behind time in the Netherlands (Amsterdam).

It is currently sunrise in Anchorage.

Time difference

10 hours earlier

The clock runs behind time in the Netherlands

Weather now

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Distance

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Time zone

America/Anchorage

UTC-9

What time does the sun rise in Anchorage?

08:42

What time does the sun set in Anchorage?

16:44

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The other side of the world

The point directly opposite Anchorage on Earth is in the Southern Ocean. Based on its longitude, the local solar time there is now . At that point it is currently night. That point is exactly on the other side of the Earth: 61.2° S, 30.1° E.

On the open sea there is not always an official local time zone. We therefore use local solar time based on longitude.

Daylight

The days in Anchorage are currently getting shorter quickly. This week about 36 minutes of daylight will be lost.

Seasons

The longest day of the year in Anchorage falls around 17 June: then there is 19 hours and 22 minutes of daylight. The difference with the shortest day is about 13 hours and 56 minutes.

Local time and time zone — key facts

Anchorage uses the IANA time zone America/Anchorage (UTC-9).

Standard time is in effect. The next change to daylight saving time is scheduled for 2027-03-14 03:00 (local time).

Today the sun rises at 08:42 and sets at 16:44. Day length is 8 hours and 2 minutes.

Compared with the Netherlands (Amsterdam), the local time here is 10 hours earlier.

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Frequently asked questions about Anchorage

What time is it now in Anchorage?
It is currently 09:12 in Anchorage. It is sunrise there now.
What is the time difference with Anchorage?
Anchorage is currently 10 hours earlier relative to your local time. The clock runs behind time in the Netherlands
What time zone is Anchorage in?
Anchorage uses the time zone America/Anchorage (UTC-9).
What time does the sun rise in Anchorage?
Today the sun rises in Anchorage at 08:42.
What time does the sun set in Anchorage?
Today the sun sets in Anchorage at 16:44.
What is the best time to call Anchorage?
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time in Anchorage. On this page you will find an overview with specific advice per time.
Where can I learn more about time zones and daylight saving?

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