CET to AWST
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CET and AWST on the World Map
The map below highlights the CET (Central European Time) and AWST (Australian Western Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
CET – Central European Time
UTC+01:00Central European Time (CET) is used across most of Western and Central Europe, 1 hour ahead of UTC.
- •CET covers more European countries than any other time zone.
- •Spain uses CET despite being geographically aligned with GMT/WET.
- •The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, Euronext (Amsterdam/Paris), and Borsa Italiana operate on CET.
- •Over 500 million people live in the CET time zone.
- •France moved to CET during the German occupation in WWII and never switched back.
AWST – Australian Western Standard Time
UTC+08:00Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is the time zone for Western Australia, 8 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
- •AWST is the same offset as China Standard Time and Singapore Time.
Everything You Need to Know About CET and AWST Time
CET runs on Central European Time (CET) at UTC+01:00. AWST runs on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) at UTC+08:00. That puts CET 7 hours ahead of AWST — a difference of +7h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in CET it is 4:00 PM in AWST. Midnight in CET is 7:00 AM in AWST. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
CET to AWST time conversion table
| CET (CET) | AWST (AWST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert CET to AWST time
- Scheduling a call from CET to AWST: a 10:00 AM start in CET lands at 5:00 PM in AWST, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both CET and AWST are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM CET time (4:00 PM–5:00 PM AWST). That is roughly 1 hours of usable overlap.
- Watching a live event or market open: CET viewers need 4:00 PM in AWST to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 5:00 PM if the event is anchored to CET.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM CET" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +7h gap is not.
- Block 9:00 AM–10:00 AM CET as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from CET and need AWST colleagues present.
About CET (Central European Time)
Central European Time (CET) is the standard time zone for most of Europe, covering over 30 countries from Spain to Poland, and from Norway to Italy. CET is 1 hour ahead of GMT and is used by the European Union's most populous nations. During summer, most CET countries switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+02:00). Major European financial markets in Frankfurt, Paris, and Amsterdam operate on CET.
About AWST (Australian Western Standard Time)
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is used in Western Australia. WA does not observe daylight saving time, having rejected it in multiple referendums. Perth is the most remote major city in the world.
Best time to call between CET and AWST
Both CET and AWST sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 9:00 AM–10:00 AM CET, which is 4:00 PM–5:00 PM AWST. That gives roughly 1 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
CET and AWST overlap for only 60 minutes (9:00 AM–10:00 AM CET), so meetings have to be booked precisely.
CET is 7 hours ahead of AWST (CET UTC+01:00 → AWST UTC+08:00). The shared working window is 9:00 AM–10:00 AM CET. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
CET
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+01:00 · DST: UTC+02:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Oct 25, 2026
AWST
Does not observe DST
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between CET and AWST?
CET (CET, UTC+01:00) is 7 hours ahead of AWST (AWST, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +7h.
How do I convert CET time to AWST time?
Add +7h to CET local time. For example, 9:00 AM in CET is 4:00 PM in AWST.
What time is it in AWST right now?
AWST uses AWST at UTC+08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +7h offset from CET.
What is the best time to call AWST from CET?
Call between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM CET — that maps to 4:00 PM–5:00 PM AWST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is ahead, CET or AWST?
CET is 7 hours ahead of AWST. When it is 12:00 PM in CET it is 7:00 PM in AWST.
Does daylight saving time affect the CET–AWST difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +7h offset between CET and AWST is fixed all year.
Which other cities share CET's time zone?
CET also covers Paris, Berlin, Rome, Madrid, Amsterdam, Brussels, Vienna, Warsaw and 10 more.
Which countries use CET, CET's zone?
CET is used in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland and 19 more.
Is there a day difference between CET and AWST?
Not normally. The +7h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between CET and AWST?
AWST is +7h from CET.
What timezone is CET in?
CET operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is AWST in?
AWST operates on its local timezone.
Which countries use CET (Central European Time)?
CET is used in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, and 21 more countries.
Does CET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, CET switches to CEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about CET?
CET covers more European countries than any other time zone. Spain uses CET despite being geographically aligned with GMT/WET.
Which cities are in the AWST timezone?
Major cities in the AWST timezone include Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Geraldton.
What is the UTC offset for AWST?
Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is at UTC+08:00.
What should I know about the AWST timezone?
Western Australia does not observe daylight saving time. Perth is the most isolated major city in the world.
When is it midnight in CET, what time is it in AWST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in CET (CET), it is +7h later in AWST (AWST).
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