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EST to GMT Converter

GMT is 5 hours ahead of EST

Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Current GMT Time
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Europe/London
Time Diff
5h ahead
EST
UTC-5
GMT
UTC+0
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST (3h)

EST to GMT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Eastern Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time

Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) are separated by a 5 hours time difference. GMT is 5 hours ahead of EST. EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica, while GMT is UTC+0, used in United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal.

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

Scheduling Across EST and GMT

For professionals scheduling meetings between EST and GMT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 5 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

EST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to EDT (UTC-4) during summer months. GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). 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 EST and GMT?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is 5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in EST, it is 5:00 PM in GMT.
How do I convert EST to GMT?
To convert EST to GMT, add 5 hours to the EST time. For example, 9:00 AM EST is 2:00 PM GMT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does EST or GMT observe Daylight Saving Time?
EST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to EDT (UTC-4). GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between EST and GMT?
The best time to schedule a call between EST and GMT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in EST, 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 GMT.
Is EST ahead or behind GMT?
EST (UTC-5) is 5 hours behind GMT (UTC+0). EST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/New_York, while GMT corresponds to Europe/London.

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