Current Time in Sydney
Live Sydney time with automatic updates
About Sydney Time
Sydney follows the Australia/Sydney time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Sydney.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Sydney's official time zone (Australia/Sydney), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Sydney is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Sydney is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Sydney:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (retail)
- •Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (retail)
Note: Many cafes open from 7:00 AM
Sydney Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Sydney Opera House
- •Harbour Bridge
- •Bondi Beach
- •Royal Botanic Gardens
- •Darling Harbour
💼 Major Companies
- •Commonwealth Bank
- •Westpac
- •Qantas
- •Telstra
- •Woolworths
- •BHP
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Relaxed but professional. 5-10 minutes late is generally acceptable.
Business Etiquette:
Informal and friendly. First-name basis common. Smart casual acceptable in many offices.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST (9 AM - 12 PM Sydney next day)
From Europe:
11:00 PM - 8:00 AM CET (9 AM - 6 PM Sydney)
From Asia:
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM JST (1 PM - 9 PM Sydney)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Sydney:
🎉Australia Day
National holiday
Typically: January 26
🎉ANZAC Day
Solemn remembrance day, morning services
Typically: April 25
🎉Queen's Birthday
Public holiday except WA
Typically: Second Monday in June
🎉Melbourne Cup Day
Victoria only, but nation watches
Typically: First Tuesday in November
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
Related Cities
Using the Sydney World Clock
Our Sydney world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Sydney.