Current time in Canberra, Australia
11:06:01
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+11:00
Australia/Sydney
Sunrise
05:50
Today
Sunset
19:47
13h 57m of daylight
Next clock change: clocks go back 1h on Sun, 4 Apr 2027.
Canberra compared with the world
Upcoming holidays in Australia
- Feast of the Immaculate ConceptionTue, 8 Dec · in 23 days
- Last day of HanukkahSat, 12 Dec · in 27 days
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Canberra in?
Canberra is in the Australian Eastern Time zone, Australia/Sydney in the IANA database, currently at UTC+11:00.
Does Canberra have daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks in Canberra change during the year. The next change is on Sun, 4 Apr 2027.
What is the best time to call Canberra?
Business hours in Canberra usually run from 09:00 to 17:00 local time. Use the meeting planner to find an hour that suits both sides, and check the public holidays in Australia before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule