Time & Date Converters
Convert time between different time zones and perform date calculations
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About Time Zones
Why Time Zones Matter
Time zones keep global coordination and communication in sync. They prevent confusion for business operations, travel schedules, and international events.
Key Facts
- There are currently 37 different local times in use around the world
- The largest time difference between any two points on Earth is 26 hours
- China, despite spanning five geographical time zones, uses a single time zone
- Some countries use 30 or 45-minute offsets from UTC instead of full hours
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
DST is observed by about 70 countries worldwide and can affect scheduling and business operations:
- Time differences between regions can shift by 1 hour twice a year
- Not all countries change their clocks on the same dates
- Some regions have abolished DST entirely
Best Practices
- Always specify the time zone when scheduling international meetings
- Use UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) as a reference point for global coordination
- Consider local business hours when planning cross-border communications
- Be aware of DST changes that might affect your schedule
