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PST to Melbourne

+18h

PST

PSTSOURCE
UTC-07:00☀ DST active
HH12
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MM00
  
12:00 (24-hr)
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM

Melbourne

AEST
Australia · UTC+10:00DST observed
HH06
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MM00
  
(next day)06:00 (24-hr)
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
PST
Melbourne
12:00 AM
5:00 PM
2:00 AM
7:00 PM
4:00 AM
9:00 PM
6:00 AM
11:00 PM
8:00 AM
1:00 AM+1
10:00 AM
3:00 AM+1
12:00 PM
5:00 AM+1
2:00 PM
7:00 AM+1
4:00 PM
9:00 AM+1
6:00 PM
11:00 AM+1
8:00 PM
1:00 PM+1
10:00 PM
3:00 PM+1

Green rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)

PST and AEST on the World Map

The map below highlights the PST (Pacific Standard Time) and AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.

PSTAESTLos AngelesSan FranciscoSeattleVancouverSydneyMelbourneBrisbaneCanberra
PST Zone
→
AEST Zone

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PST – Pacific Standard Time

UTC-08:00

Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.

Countries in PST
United States (Pacific)Canada (British Columbia)Mexico (Baja California)
Major Cities in PST
Los AngelesSan FranciscoSeattleVancouverSan DiegoPortlandLas VegasSacramentoSan JoseTijuana
Key Facts about PST
  • •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
  • •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
  • •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
  • •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
Daylight Saving:Yes – switches to PDT
Learn more about PST on Wikipedia

AEST – Australian Eastern Standard Time

UTC+10:00

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) covers eastern Australia, 10 hours ahead of UTC.

Countries in AEST
Australia (NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS, ACT)Papua New Guinea
Major Cities in AEST
SydneyMelbourneBrisbaneCanberraHobartGold Coast
Key Facts about AEST
  • •Queensland does not observe daylight saving time, staying on AEST year-round.
  • •Sydney and Melbourne switch to AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer.
  • •The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) operates on AEST/AEDT.
  • •AEST is 15 hours ahead of EST during winter.
Daylight Saving:Yes – switches to AEDT
Learn more about AEST on Wikipedia

About Melbourne

Wikipedia

Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne shares business hours with Sydney and the ASX.

Population:5.1 million
Metro:5.1 million
Business Hours:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST
Currency:AUD (A$)
Stock Exchange:ASX (Australian Securities Exchange)
Key Landmarks
Federation SquareMelbourne Cricket GroundRoyal Botanic GardensFlinders Street StationGreat Ocean Road
Did You Know?

Melbourne was the capital of Australia from 1901 to 1927.

Learn more about AEST timezone →

PST vs Melbourne: Offsets, DST and Best Call Times

PST runs on Pacific Standard Time (PST) at UTC-08:00. Melbourne runs on Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) at UTC+10:00. That puts PST 18 hours ahead of Melbourne — a difference of +18h at the current offsets.

In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in PST it is 3:00 AM in Melbourne on the next day. Midnight in PST is 6:00 PM in Melbourne. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.

PST to Melbourne time conversion table

PST (PST)Melbourne (AEST)Day
12:00 AM6:00 PMsame day
6:00 AM12:00 AMnext day
7:00 AM1:00 AMnext day
8:00 AM2:00 AMnext day
9:00 AM3:00 AMnext day
12:00 PM6:00 AMnext day
3:00 PM9:00 AMnext day
5:00 PM11:00 AMnext day
6:00 PM12:00 PMnext day
9:00 PM3:00 PMnext day

Why people convert PST to Melbourne time

  • Scheduling a call from PST to Melbourne: a 10:00 AM start in PST lands at 4:00 AM in Melbourne the next day, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
  • Handling a +18h gap: PST and Melbourne have no overlap inside a normal 9-to-5 day, so real-time meetings need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side. 9:00 AM in Melbourne is 3:00 AM in PST.
  • Watching a live event or market open: PST viewers need 3:00 AM in Melbourne to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 6:00 AM if the event is anchored to PST.
  • Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM PST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +18h gap is not.
  • With a +18h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week PST takes the early slot, the next week Melbourne does.
  • Melbourne: Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026. Any meeting series spanning that date will shift by an hour in local time.

About PST (Pacific Standard Time)

Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.

About AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time)

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is used in the eastern states of Australia including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, and the ACT. During summer (October to April), NSW, VIC, TAS, and ACT switch to Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT, UTC+11:00), while Queensland remains on AEST year-round.

Best time to call between PST and Melbourne

With a +18h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. Melbourne opens at 9:00 AM AEST, which is 3:00 AM in PST, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.

Business hours overlap

PST and Melbourne have no shared working hours because of the +18h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.

PST is 18 hours ahead of Melbourne (PST UTC-08:00 → AEST UTC+10:00). There is no shared 9-to-5 window, so plan around an early or late slot. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.

🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info

PST

☀ Currently in DST

Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00

Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026

Melbourne

❄ Currently in Standard Time

Standard: UTC+10:00 · DST: UTC+11:00

Clocks spring forward on Sat, Oct 3, 2026

⚠ These locations are currently in different DST states, so the time difference may change when clocks adjust.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between PST and Melbourne?

PST (PST, UTC-08:00) is 18 hours ahead of Melbourne (AEST, UTC+10:00). The gap is currently +18h.

How do I convert PST time to Melbourne time?

Add +18h to PST local time. For example, 9:00 AM in PST is 3:00 AM in Melbourne (next day).

What time is it in Melbourne right now?

Melbourne uses AEST at UTC+10:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the +18h offset from PST.

What is the best time to call Melbourne from PST?

There is no shared working-hours window because of the +18h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in PST, which is 7:00 AM in Melbourne.

Which is ahead, PST or Melbourne?

PST is 18 hours ahead of Melbourne. When it is 12:00 PM in PST it is 6:00 AM in Melbourne.

Do PST and Melbourne use different time zones?

PST uses PST at UTC-08:00, while Melbourne (Australia) uses AEST at UTC+10:00. The IANA identifiers are America/Los_Angeles and Australia/Melbourne.

Does daylight saving time affect the PST–Melbourne difference?

Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the +18h offset between PST and Melbourne is fixed all year.

Which other cities share PST's time zone?

PST also covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento and 2 more.

Which countries use PST, PST's zone?

PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).

Is there a day difference between PST and Melbourne?

Sometimes. The +18h gap is large enough that 8:00 PM or later in PST already falls on the next day in Melbourne.

What is the time difference between PST and Melbourne?

Melbourne is +18h from PST.

What timezone is PST in?

PST operates on its local timezone.

What timezone is Melbourne in?

Melbourne operates on Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). As Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne shares business hours with Sydney and the ASX.

What are the business hours in Melbourne?

Standard business hours in Melbourne are 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST.

Which countries use PST (Pacific Standard Time)?

PST is used in United States (Pacific), Canada (British Columbia), Mexico (Baja California).

Does PST observe daylight saving time?

Yes, PST switches to PDT during summer months.

What are some interesting facts about PST?

Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.

Which cities are in the AEST timezone?

Major cities in the AEST timezone include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Gold Coast.

What is the UTC offset for AEST?

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is at UTC+10:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to AEDT.

What should I know about the AEST timezone?

Queensland does not observe daylight saving time, staying on AEST year-round. Sydney and Melbourne switch to AEDT (UTC+11:00) in summer.

When is it midnight in PST, what time is it in Melbourne?

When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in PST (PST), it is +18h later in Melbourne (AEST).