What is the time difference between AWST and WAT?

West Africa Time (WAT) is 7 hours behind Australian Western Standard Time (AWST). AWST uses a UTC offset of UTC+8, while WAT uses UTC+1. For example, when it's 9:00 AM in AWST, it's 2:00 AM in WAT. This difference remains constant year-round since neither timezone observes daylight saving time. Use the conversion table above to see the exact time for each hour of the day.

How do I convert AWST to WAT?

To convert AWST to WAT, subtract 7 hours from the AWST time. For example, 9:00 AM AWST is 2:00 AM WAT, and 5:00 PM AWST is 10:00 AM WAT. Since neither timezone observes DST, this conversion stays the same all year. You can also use the interactive converter above for quick, accurate results.

What time is it in WAT when it's noon in AWST?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in AWST, it's 5:00 AM in WAT. This is because WAT is 7 hours behind AWST. Similarly, when it's 6:00 PM in AWST, it's 11:00 AM in WAT. This relationship is constant throughout the year. The color-coded conversion table above shows every hour mapped between both timezones.

How many hours behind is WAT from AWST?

WAT is 7 hours behind AWST. This means when it's 9:00 AM in AWST, it's 2:00 AM in WAT, and when it's midnight in AWST, it's 5:00 PM in WAT. This offset is constant throughout the year since neither timezone uses daylight saving time. The conversion table above provides a complete hour-by-hour mapping.

Is WAT ahead or behind AWST?

WAT is behind AWST by 7 hours. Clocks in WAT show an earlier time than AWST, meaning the day starts later in WAT relative to AWST. For example, when it's noon in AWST, it's still 5:00 AM in WAT. This difference stays the same year-round.

Does AWST observe daylight saving time?

No, Australian Western Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+8 remains the same year-round, making time conversions from AWST more predictable. Countries and regions in this timezone keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

Does WAT observe daylight saving time?

No, West Africa Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+1 remains the same year-round, making time conversions to WAT more predictable. Countries and regions in this timezone keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

What is the best time to call from AWST to WAT?

The best time for a call between AWST and WAT is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both timezones. To reach someone in WAT during their work day, call between 4:00 PM and 12:00 AM your AWST time. Avoid calling too early or late, as the 7 hours difference means your evening could be their early morning. Check the color-coded conversion table above — green hours indicate business hours in both zones, making it easy to find the ideal time.

Do AWST and WAT ever have the same time?

No, AWST and WAT are always 7 hours apart and never display the same clock time simultaneously. Neither timezone observes DST, so the difference is constant year-round with no seasonal variation. The 7 hours offset is determined by their fixed positions relative to the Prime Meridian (UTC). You can always rely on this consistent difference when planning across these timezones.

AWST to WAT Converter

Convert Australian Western Standard Time to West Africa Time. See the hour-by-hour conversion table below.

Timezone Details

Australian Western Standard Time

10:31 PM

Thursday, April 2, 2026

AWST (UTC+08:00)

West Africa Time

3:31 PM

Thursday, April 2, 2026

WAT (UTC+01:00)

Difference: -7 hours

AWST DST: No

WAT DST: No

24-Hour Overview

AWST — 24-hour overview

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WAT — 24-hour overview

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External Resources

Australian Western Standard Time on Wikipedia West Africa Time on Wikipedia IANA Time Zone Database