Does Australia use daylight saving time in 2026?
Yes, at least one mapped time zone in Australia observes daylight saving time in 2026.
Australia Daylight Saving Time 2026
Australia observes DST in 2026. Typical start: 2026-10-04T03:00:00 local. Typical end: 2026-04-05T02:00:00 local.
Clocks usually move from UTC+10:00 to UTC+11:00 during spring, then reverse at the end of the season.
DST rules in Australia
- DST start (dominant pattern): 2026-10-04T03:00:00 local (2026-10-03T16:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC+10:00 to UTC+11:00.
- DST end (dominant pattern): 2026-04-05T02:00:00 local (2026-04-04T16:00:00.000Z UTC), UTC+11:00 to UTC+10:00.
- Mapped zones reviewed: 6.
- Some mapped zones do not observe DST: Australia/Brisbane, Australia/Darwin, Australia/Perth.
- Multiple DST start patterns detected in 2026; showing the dominant transition first.
Time change behavior
When DST starts, clocks move forward by one hour (spring forward). When DST ends, clocks move back by one hour (fall back).
Representative IANA zones
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Frequently asked questions
When does DST start and end in Australia?
DST rules can differ by zone and policy updates. Use the listed transition summary and verify exact IANA zones for scheduling.
How should I convert times for Australia?
Use the Time Zone Converter with exact IANA zones and the specific date to avoid DST ambiguity.