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EAT to AST Converter

AST is 7 hours behind EAT

Current EAT Time
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Africa/Nairobi
Current AST Time
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America/Halifax
Time Diff
7h behind
EAT
UTC+3
AST
UTC-4
Overlapping hours: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EAT (1h)

EAT to AST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting East Africa Time to Atlantic Standard Time

East Africa Time (EAT) and Atlantic Standard Time (AST) are separated by a 7 hours time difference. AST is 7 hours behind EAT. EAT is UTC+3, used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, while AST is UTC-4, used in Canada, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands.

When converting from EAT to AST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM EAT equals 2:00 AM AST, 12:00 PM noon EAT equals 5:00 AM AST, and 5:00 PM EAT equals 10:00 AM AST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across EAT and AST

For professionals scheduling meetings between EAT and AST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 7 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

EAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+3 year-round. AST observes DST, switching to ADT (UTC-3). 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 EAT and AST?
Atlantic Standard Time (AST) is 7 hours behind East Africa Time (EAT). When it is 12:00 PM noon in EAT, it is 5:00 AM in AST.
How do I convert EAT to AST?
To convert EAT to AST, subtract 7 hours from the EAT time. For example, 9:00 AM EAT is 2:00 AM AST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does EAT or AST observe Daylight Saving Time?
EAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. AST observes DST, switching to ADT (UTC-3). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between EAT and AST?
The best time to schedule a call between EAT and AST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in EAT, 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 AST.
Is EAT ahead or behind AST?
EAT (UTC+3) is 7 hours ahead of AST (UTC-4). EAT corresponds to the IANA time zone Africa/Nairobi, while AST corresponds to America/Halifax.

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