Current Time in Anchorage, Alaska
Check the current time in Anchorage, including its time zone, UTC offset, and daylight saving status. Use this page to quickly plan calls, travel, or meetings with people in Anchorage.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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About Time in Anchorage
Anchorage follows Alaska Standard Time (AKST, UTC-9) in winter and Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT, UTC-8) in summer. As Alaska's largest city, Anchorage experiences extreme daylight variations.
The current time in Anchorage is displayed above and updates every second. Today in Anchorage, the sun rises at approximately 6:05 AM and sets at approximately 9:54 PM. The current date is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Whether you're scheduling a meeting across time zones, planning travel to Anchorage, or simply curious about the local time, NowTimeHub provides accurate, real-time information for Anchorage, Alaska and hundreds of other cities worldwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Anchorage observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Anchorage observes Daylight Saving Time.
What time zone is Anchorage in?
Anchorage is in the America/Anchorage time zone with an offset of GMT-08:00 from UTC.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Anchorage?
Today, sunrise in Anchorage is at approximately 6:05 AM and sunset at approximately 9:54 PM. Times vary throughout the year.
What is the current time in Anchorage?
The current time in Anchorage is shown in the live clock above. This page updates every second to show the accurate local time.
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Last updated: August 2026