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MST to AKST Converter

AKST is 2 hours behind MST

Current MST Time
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America/Denver
Current AKST Time
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America/Anchorage
Time Diff
2h behind
MST
UTC-7
AKST
UTC-9
Overlapping hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM MST (6h)

MST to AKST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Mountain Standard Time to Alaska Standard Time

Mountain Standard Time (MST) and Alaska Standard Time (AKST) are separated by a 2 hours time difference. AKST is 2 hours behind MST. MST is UTC-7, used in United States, Canada, while AKST is UTC-9, used in United States.

When converting from MST to AKST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM MST equals 7:00 AM AKST, 12:00 PM noon MST equals 10:00 AM AKST, and 5:00 PM MST equals 3:00 PM AKST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across MST and AKST

For professionals scheduling meetings between MST 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 2 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

MST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to MDT (UTC-6) 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 MST and AKST?
Alaska Standard Time (AKST) is 2 hours behind Mountain Standard Time (MST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in MST, it is 10:00 AM in AKST.
How do I convert MST to AKST?
To convert MST to AKST, subtract 2 hours from the MST time. For example, 9:00 AM MST is 7:00 AM AKST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does MST or AKST observe Daylight Saving Time?
MST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to MDT (UTC-6). 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 MST and AKST?
The best time to schedule a call between MST and AKST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in MST, 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 MST ahead or behind AKST?
MST (UTC-7) is 2 hours ahead of AKST (UTC-9). MST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Denver, while AKST corresponds to America/Anchorage.

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