There is no single time in Micronesia: it spans 2 offsets. The capital, Palikir, is on UTC+11.
Micronesia at a glance
| Capital | Palikir |
|---|---|
| UTC offsets | UTC+10 … UTC+11 |
| IANA time zones | 3 |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time zones of Micronesia by region
Micronesia has 3 IANA time zones, which cover 2 different offsets. The widest gap inside the country is 1 hour.
| Time zone | Time now | UTC offset | Daylight saving time | Main cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific/Chuuk | --:-- | UTC+10 | Not observed | |
| Pacific/Kosrae | --:-- | UTC+11 | Not observed | |
| Pacific/Pohnpei | --:-- | UTC+11 | Not observed | Palikir |
Clock changes in Micronesia
There are no seasonal clock changes in Micronesia. The time difference to other countries shifts only when they change their own clocks.
Local time in the largest cities of Micronesia
| City | Region | Time now | Time zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palikir | Pohnpei State | --:-- | Pacific/Pohnpei |
Time in Micronesia compared with the world
Differences below use the time in the capital, Palikir. Other regions of Micronesia differ by up to 1 hour.
| City | Time now | Difference now | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (United States) | --:-- | 16 h behind | 16 h behind | 15 h behind |
| Los Angeles (United States) | --:-- | 19 h behind | 19 h behind | 18 h behind |
| London (United Kingdom) | --:-- | 11 h behind | 11 h behind | 10 h behind |
| Paris (France) | --:-- | 10 h behind | 10 h behind | 9 h behind |
| Dubai (United Arab Emirates) | --:-- | 7 h behind | 7 h behind | 7 h behind |
| Mumbai (India) | --:-- | 5 h 30 min behind | 5 h 30 min behind | 5 h 30 min behind |
| Singapore | --:-- | 3 h behind | 3 h behind | 3 h behind |
| Tokyo (Japan) | --:-- | 2 h behind | 2 h behind | 2 h behind |
| Sydney (Australia) | --:-- | Same time | Same time | 1 h behind |
| UTC | --:-- | 11 h behind | 11 h behind | 11 h behind |
Daylight across Micronesia
In Palikir, daylight runs from 11 hours 43 minutes at the December solstice to 12 hours 32 minutes at the June solstice.
Same clock as Micronesia right now
These countries read the same time as Palikir right now.
- Australia Daylight saving time
- New Caledonia
- Solomon Islands
- Vanuatu
Daylight saving time
Tools for time in Micronesia
- Convert a time to or from Micronesia: pick a date and time and see it in every city on your list.
- Add Palikir to your world clock to keep it next to your own time.
- Find a meeting time that falls inside office hours in Micronesia and the other cities you work with.
- Open a full-screen clock for your own time zone.
Frequently asked questions
How many time zones does Micronesia have?
2 offsets, from UTC+10 to UTC+11. The tz database splits them into 3 named zones.
Does Micronesia use daylight saving time?
No. The time stays at UTC+11 all year.
What is the time difference between Micronesia and New York?
It depends on the region. The capital, Palikir, is 16 hours ahead of New York in January and 15 hours ahead of New York in July.
What time is it in the capital of Micronesia?
The capital, Palikir, uses Pacific/Pohnpei (UTC+11 right now). The live clock for Palikir is on its own page.
Time zone rules: IANA tz database, version 2026e. Place names and coordinates: GeoNames. Sunrise and sunset are calculated from the coordinates and can differ by a minute or two from local almanacs.