Global Time — Visual World Clock
Global Time visualizes the day across multiple cities, making it easy to find the perfect meeting slot.
Smart Features for Your Schedule
Color-Coded Day Differences
We make it impossible to mix up days. Our smart indicators show you exactly where each timezone stands relative to master timezone.
Dual Interaction Modes
Switch between two powerful ways to view time.
LIVE
The clock runs in real-time. Perfect for checking "What time is it right now?" across the world.
PLAN
Freeze time and scroll. Perfect for scheduling meetings. "If I meet at 2 PM here, what time is it there?"
Chronological Sorting
The list automatically reorders itself from the earliest time to the latest. You get a natural, linear view of the day across the globe.
Instant Conversion
Adjust the time in any city, and all other time zones update immediately.
Zero Setup
No need to pick dates. Just select your time zones and slide the clock.
Easy Link Sharing
Copy a unique, persistent URL to share your customized timezone list with team members instantly.
Simple & Fast
Add Zones
Search for any city or time zone (e.g., "EST", "Berlin", "Tokyo").
Set Time
Change the time on any card in the list.
See the Difference
Look for the Red (Yesterday) or Blue (Tomorrow) badges to spot the day shifts instantly.
Perfect for Personal Planning
Global Time is designed to help you stay connected without the confusion.
International Calls
Find the perfect overlap to call friends or family abroad without waking them up.
Content Drops
Schedule social media posts or videos to hit prime time in specific global regions.
Live Events
Know exactly when a game, stream, or premiere starts in your local time.
Gaming
Coordinate raid times or matches with friends in different hemispheres.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many time zones are there in the world?
While it would be logical to assume there are exactly 24 time zones (one for each hour in a day), there are actually around 38 active time zones. This is because several countries use fractional offsets (such as India's UTC+5:30 or Nepal's UTC+5:45) and regional borders adjust boundaries beyond standard longitudinal increments.
What is Daylight Saving Time (DST) and why do we change the clock?
DST is the practice of setting the clocks forward by one hour in the spring and back by one hour in autumn. Originally proposed to save energy and make better use of natural daylight, it is currently used by about 70 countries—predominantly in Europe and North America—while most African and Asian countries do not use it.
Which major countries do not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
The majority of the world's population does not observe DST. Countries close to the equator do not need it because their daylight hours remain relatively constant year-round. Major nations that do not change clocks include China, India, Russia, Japan, Brazil, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia.
How do summer and winter time transitions affect time differences between cities?
Time differences can change dynamically. For example, since London observes DST (switching from GMT to BST) but Tokyo does not, the time difference between them is 8 hours during summer and increases to 9 hours in winter. Furthermore, countries transition on different dates (e.g., the US in early November, Europe in late October), causing offsets to fluctuate for a few weeks.
How does this global meeting planner handle DST transitions?
Our visual world clock automatically calculates and applies correct DST shifts based on the specific calendar date you select. If you schedule a meeting for a date in November, the tool will automatically adjust the local offsets for regions that observe winter time, ensuring your meeting is planned accurately.