AWST to SAST Converter

Convert between any time zones worldwide. Free and accurate time zone converter with DST support.

Edit time and date on either side to see the conversion instantly.

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AWST
Australian Western Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.
SAST
South Africa Standard Time
Date changes are handled automatically when conversions cross midnight.

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About AWST to SAST Conversion

Converting time between AWST and SAST requires understanding their time zone offsets and any daylight saving time adjustments. AWST (AWST) operates at UTC+8, while SAST (SAST) is set to UTC+2. This means SAST is 6 hours behind AWST. For example, when it's 12:35 PM AWST on February 4, 2026, it's 6:35 AM SAST in SAST. Use this converter to quickly find the equivalent time in SAST for any time in AWST, whether you're scheduling meetings, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across different time zones.

How to Use the Time Zone Converter

  1. Select your source timezone from the "From timezone" dropdown (use search to find quickly)
  2. Enter the date and time you want to convert (or click "Today" and "Now" for current time)
  3. Select your target timezone from the "To timezone" dropdown
  4. The conversion updates automatically as you change inputs - no button needed!
  5. Use "Copy" button to copy the converted time, or use presets for quick conversions

More Conversions from AWST

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between AWST and SAST?

The time difference between AWST and SAST is 6 hours. SAST is 6 hours behind AWST.

Is SAST ahead of or behind AWST?

SAST is behind AWST by 6 hours. When it's 8 AM in AWST, it's 2:00 AM in SAST.

How many hours do you add to AWST to get SAST?

You subtract 6 hours from AWST to get SAST. For example, 8 AM AWST - 6 hours = 2:00 AM SAST.

Does the AWST to SAST time difference change during Daylight Saving Time?

No, the time difference between AWST and SAST remains constant throughout the year. Neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, so the 6-hour difference stays the same.

What is 8 AM AWST in SAST?

8 AM AWST is 2:00 AM SAST. This conversion accounts for the 6-hour time difference between the two timezones.

Is AWST the same throughout the year when converting to SAST?

Yes, the conversion between AWST and SAST remains consistent throughout the year. Since neither timezone observes Daylight Saving Time, the 6-hour difference is constant, making conversions predictable and straightforward.

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