Coordinated Universal Time
UTC offset: UTC+00:00
Region: Global reference
Example IANA zones: Etc/UCT, Etc/Universal, Etc/UTC
UTC Time Zone
UTC is Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+00:00).
Definition
UTC is a time-zone abbreviation used in date/time schedules, travel, and software timestamps. Abbreviations can map to different regions and offsets, so they are less precise than IANA time zones.
For accurate conversion, use a specific zone like America/New_York or Europe/London instead of abbreviation-only input.
Offset and DST note
UTC does not observe daylight saving time.
Common offsets for UTC: UTC+00:00.
Meanings
Convert UTC
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Frequently asked questions
What does UTC mean?
UTC is Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+00:00).
Is UTC ambiguous?
UTC is commonly used for a single primary meaning, but always verify region context.
How do I convert UTC to my local time?
Use the Time Zone Converter and select a specific city or IANA zone to avoid abbreviation ambiguity.