KST to UTC Converter
KST in UTC Converter
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KST to UTC Time Difference Calculator
between KST and UTC: 9 hours behind
How to convert KST to UTC
To convert from KST to UTC, note that the time difference is 9 hours. Steps: 1. Click the KST (left) and select the time you want to convert. 2. The corresponding time in UTC (right) will update automatically. 3. You can also adjust the date and time by clicking the date or time field. When it's 12:00 PM in KST, it's 3:00 AM in UTC. This conversion accounts for daylight saving time (DST) changes, which can affect the time difference throughout the year
What Current Time Now in KST?
The current time in KST is 12:24 AM, December 26, 2025.
What Current Time Now in UTC?
The current time in UTC is 3:24 PM, December 25, 2025.
KST to UTC Conversion Chart
| KST (Source Time) | UTC (Target Time) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| 1:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 2:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
| 3:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 4:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
| 5:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| 6:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| 7:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 3:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 5:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 6:00 AM |
| 4:00 PM | 7:00 AM |
| 5:00 PM | 8:00 AM |
| 6:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 7:00 PM | 10:00 AM |
| 8:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 9:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
Why Trust Our Time Zone Converter
Our time zone converter uses the official IANA Time Zone Database, which is maintained by a group of volunteers and is the most accurate source for time zone information worldwide. The converter automatically accounts for daylight saving time changes and provides real-time conversion based on current DST status.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between KST and UTC?
The time difference between KST (Korea Standard Time) and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) is 9 hours. KST is behind UTC.
Does KST observe daylight saving time?
KST does not observe daylight saving time.
How do I convert a specific time from KST to UTC?
Use the time converter above. Enter the date and time in KST, and the converter will automatically display the corresponding time in UTC.
Is the time difference constant throughout the year?
The time difference may vary if either KST or UTC observes daylight saving time (DST). During DST periods, the offset changes by one hour. Our converter automatically accounts for these changes.