How do I convert 24-hour time to 12-hour time?
Quick Answer: To convert 24-hour time to 12-hour time, subtract 12 from any hour over 12 and add "PM." For hours 0 (midnight) use 12 AM, and for hours 12 (noon) use 12 PM. Hours from 1 to 11 are AM.
24-hour time counts hours from 0 to 23, starting at midnight. 12-hour time splits the day into two periods: AM (midnight to noon) and PM (noon to midnight). This makes it easier to read for many people.
Conversion is simple: if the hour is between 13 and 23, subtract 12 and add PM. If the hour is 0, it becomes 12 AM. If it’s 12, it stays 12 but is PM. Otherwise, keep the hour as is and add AM.