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CET to AKST Converter

AKST is 10 hours behind CET

Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Current AKST Time
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America/Anchorage
Time Diff
10h behind
CET
UTC+1
AKST
UTC-9

CET to AKST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Central European Time to Alaska Standard Time

Central European Time (CET) and Alaska Standard Time (AKST) are separated by a 10 hours time difference. AKST is 10 hours behind CET. CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy, while AKST is UTC-9, used in United States.

When converting from CET to AKST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CET equals 11:00 PM AKST, 12:00 PM noon CET equals 2:00 AM AKST, and 5:00 PM CET equals 7:00 AM AKST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CET and AKST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CET and AKST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 10 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2) during summer months. AKST observes DST, switching to AKDT (UTC-8). 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 CET and AKST?
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is 10 hours behind Central European Time (CET). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CET, it is 2:00 AM in AKST.
How do I convert CET to AKST?
To convert CET to AKST, subtract 10 hours from the CET time. For example, 9:00 AM CET is 11:00 PM AKST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CET or AKST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2). AKST observes DST, switching to AKDT (UTC-8). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CET and AKST?
The best time to schedule a call between CET and AKST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CET, 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 AKST.
Is CET ahead or behind AKST?
CET (UTC+1) is 10 hours ahead of AKST (UTC-9). CET corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Berlin, while AKST corresponds to America/Anchorage.

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