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WAKT
Wake Island Time
3:07:02 PM
04 Dec 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between WAKT and other time zones?
WAKT (UTC+12:00) is 12 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). It is used on Wake Island, a US territory in the Pacific Ocean, and is ahead of zones like AEST(UTC+10:00) and NZST (UTC+12:00).
Does WAKT observe DST?
No, WAKT does not observe DST (DST). Wake Island remains on the same time year-round without any adjustments for daylight saving.
Which major locations follow this offset?
WAKT is primarily used on Wake Island, a remote atoll in the central Pacific, which is an unincorporated territory of the United States.
What areas share this offset?
WAKT shares the same offset as some other locations in the Pacific, such as parts of the Solomon Islands (SBT, UTC+12:00), Kiribati (Phoenix Islands), and some areas of New Zealand (NZST, UTC+12:00).
How does this compare with nearby time zones?
WAKT is the same as NZST (New Zealand Standard Time, UTC+12:00), but it is 2 hours ahead of AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time, UTC+10:00) and 1 hour ahead of Fiji Time (FJT, UTC+12:00).
Why doesn't WAKT observe DST?
WAKT does not observe daylight saving time (DST) because of Wake Island's geographical location and its status as an unincorporated US territory with minimal population and economic activity that would necessitate a DST adjustment.
How was this offset established?
WAKT (UTC+12:00) was established as Wake Island's official time zone to align with the standard time zone in the central Pacific region. It follows UTC+12:00 to coincide with the timekeeping practices of nearby islands and to maintain a consistent time.
What are the typical work hours here?
Given Wake Island's low population and military usage, there are no standard work hours. Any work activities are usually associated with the US military or logistical operations, which may operate on 24-hour schedules.
What is the economic importance of this area?
Wake Island's economic importance is largely tied to its strategic military and communication roles as a US territory. The island has limited economic activity, but it plays a crucial part in global military logistics and communications across the Pacific Ocean.