Current Time in America/Nome Time Zone
IANA Name: America/Nome
Standard Offset: UTC −09:00
Daylight Saving: Yes
DST Offset: UTC −08:00
DST Abbreviation: AKDT
Currently Observing DST: Yes ✅
America/Nome Time Zone: Alaska Standard Time (AKST) in Nome, Alaska
America/Nome is a time zone identifier used in the IANA Time Zone Database, representing the region around Nome, Alaska, United States. It observes Alaska Standard Time (AKST) with a standard offset of UTC-09:00 and switches to Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) at UTC-08:00 during daylight saving time. This zone is used exclusively within the United States, specifically in the western part of Alaska, including Nome and surrounding areas.
Where America/Nome Applies
The America/Nome zone covers the city of Nome and its surrounding region in western Alaska. It is one of several IANA zones in Alaska that share the same standard offset (UTC-09:00). Other zones at the same offset include America/Anchorage, America/Juneau, America/Metlakatla, America/Sitka, America/Yakutat, and the alias US/Alaska. The zone is used only in the United States, as Alaska is the sole state within this time zone.
Offset and Abbreviation
The standard offset is UTC-09:00, meaning that when it is noon in UTC, it is 3:00 AM in Nome during standard time. The abbreviation for standard time is AKST (Alaska Standard Time). During daylight saving time, the offset shifts to UTC-08:00, and the abbreviation becomes AKDT (Alaska Daylight Time). The zone does not observe any other offsets throughout the year.
Daylight Saving Time Behavior
America/Nome observes daylight saving time (DST), moving clocks forward by one hour in spring and back in autumn. The DST period starts on the second Sunday of March and ends on the first Sunday of November, following United States federal law. For example, in 2025, clocks spring forward from AKST to AKDT on March 9 at 2:00 AM local time (becoming 3:00 AM) and fall back on November 2 at 2:00 AM local time (becoming 1:00 AM). In 2026, the transitions occur on March 8 and November 1, respectively. This pattern repeats annually.
Main Countries and Cities
The only country using America/Nome is the United States. The primary city is Nome, Alaska, a small city on the Seward Peninsula. Other populated places in this zone include Teller, Brevig Mission, and Wales, though Nome is the largest settlement. The zone is sparsely populated compared to Anchorage or Juneau.
Practical Guidance for Scheduling
When scheduling calls or business hours between America/Nome and other regions, consider the offset. During standard time (AKST, UTC-09:00), Nome is 9 hours behind UTC. For example, noon in UTC is 3:00 AM in Nome. During daylight time (AKDT, UTC-08:00), the difference is 8 hours. For common reference points: New York (Eastern Time) is 4 hours ahead of Nome during standard time (EST is UTC-05:00) and 4 hours ahead during daylight time (EDT is UTC-04:00). London (GMT/BST) is 9 hours ahead during standard time and 8 hours ahead during daylight time. Tokyo (JST, UTC+09:00) is 18 hours ahead during standard time and 17 hours ahead during daylight time. To find a suitable overlap, aim for late morning in Nome (e.g., 10:00 AM AKST) which corresponds to early evening in New York (2:00 PM EST) or late evening in London (7:00 PM GMT). Avoid early morning or late night hours in Nome for most international calls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current time in America/Nome?
The current time depends on the date. During standard time (early November to early March), it is AKST (UTC-09:00). During daylight saving time (mid-March to early November), it is AKDT (UTC-08:00). Check a world clock for the exact time.
Does America/Nome observe daylight saving time?
Yes, America/Nome observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward one hour on the second Sunday of March and fall back on the first Sunday of November, following US federal law.
What cities are in the America/Nome time zone?
The primary city is Nome, Alaska. Other communities include Teller, Brevig Mission, and Wales. This zone covers western Alaska around the Seward Peninsula.
How does America/Nome differ from America/Anchorage?
Both zones share the same UTC offset and DST rules. They are separate IANA entries for historical and geographic reasons. America/Anchorage covers Anchorage and south-central Alaska, while America/Nome covers the Nome region. The actual time is identical.
What is the time difference between America/Nome and New York?
During standard time (AKST), Nome is 4 hours behind New York (EST). During daylight time (AKDT), Nome is 4 hours behind New York (EDT). For example, 10:00 AM in Nome is 2:00 PM in New York.
Why is America/Nome a separate IANA zone from US/Alaska?
US/Alaska is an alias for the America/Anchorage zone. America/Nome is a distinct zone because it represents a specific location with its own history and geographic boundaries. Both zones observe the same time, but the IANA database maintains separate entries for precision.