What is the time difference between IRST and SGT?

Singapore Time (SGT) is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Iran Standard Time (IRST). IRST uses a UTC offset of UTC+3:30, while SGT uses UTC+8. For example, when it's 9:00 AM in IRST, it's 1:30 PM in SGT. 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 IRST to SGT?

To convert IRST to SGT, add 4 hours and 30 minutes to the IRST time. For example, 9:00 AM IRST is 1:30 PM SGT, and 5:00 PM IRST is 9:30 PM SGT. 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 SGT when it's noon in IRST?

When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in IRST, it's 4:30 PM in SGT. This is because SGT is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IRST. Similarly, when it's 6:00 PM in IRST, it's 10:30 PM in SGT. This relationship is constant throughout the year. The color-coded conversion table above shows every hour mapped between both timezones.

How many hours ahead is SGT from IRST?

SGT is 4 hours and 30 minutes ahead of IRST. This means when it's 9:00 AM in IRST, it's 1:30 PM in SGT, and when it's midnight in IRST, it's 4:30 AM in SGT. 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 SGT ahead or behind IRST?

SGT is ahead of IRST by 4 hours and 30 minutes. Clocks in SGT show a later time than IRST, meaning the day starts earlier in SGT relative to IRST. For example, when it's morning in IRST, it's later in the morning in SGT. This difference stays the same year-round.

Does IRST observe daylight saving time?

No, Iran Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+3:30 remains the same year-round, which simplifies time conversions. Regions using IRST keep their clocks unchanged regardless of the season.

Does SGT observe daylight saving time?

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

What is the best time to call from IRST to SGT?

The best time for a call between IRST and SGT is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both timezones. To reach someone in SGT during their work day, call between 4:30 AM and 12:30 PM your IRST time. Avoid calling too early or late, as the 4 hours and 30 minutes difference means your evening could be their late night. Check the color-coded conversion table above — green hours indicate business hours in both zones, making it easy to find the ideal time.

Do IRST and SGT ever have the same time?

No, IRST and SGT are always 4 hours and 30 minutes 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 4 hours and 30 minutes 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.

IRST to SGT Converter

Convert Iran Standard Time to Singapore Time. See the hour-by-hour conversion table below.

Timezone Details

Tehran

2:18 PM

Friday, April 3, 2026

Tehran (UTC+03:30)

Singapore Time

6:48 PM

Friday, April 3, 2026

SGT (UTC+08:00)

Difference: +4h 30m

SGT DST: No

24-Hour Overview

Tehran — 24-hour overview

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11a

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SGT — 24-hour overview

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11a

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External Resources

Singapore Time on Wikipedia IANA Time Zone Database