Morocco to AWST
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AWSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
WET and AWST on the World Map
The map below highlights the WET (Western European Time) and AWST (Australian Western Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
WET – Western European Time
UTC+00:00Western European Time (WET) is the time zone for Portugal, Morocco, and the Canary Islands, same as UTC+00:00.
- •Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone.
- •The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
- •WET is identical to GMT and UTC+00:00.
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.
Comparing Time Zones: Morocco and AWST
Morocco runs on Western European Standard Time (WET) at UTC+00:00, currently observing daylight saving time. AWST runs on Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) at UTC+08:00. That puts Morocco 8 hours ahead of AWST — a difference of +8h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Morocco it is 5:00 PM in AWST. Midnight in Morocco is 8:00 AM in AWST.Morocco observes daylight saving time while AWST does not, so the gap narrows or widens by an hour part of the year.
Morocco to AWST time conversion table
| Morocco (WET) | AWST (AWST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 8:00 AM | same day |
| 6:00 AM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 5:00 PM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 8:00 PM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 11:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 6:00 PM | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 9:00 PM | 5:00 AM | next day |
Why people convert Morocco to AWST time
- Scheduling a call from Morocco to AWST: a 10:00 AM start in Morocco lands at 6:00 PM in AWST, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Handling a +8h gap: Morocco and AWST 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 AWST is 5:00 PM in Morocco.
- Watching a live event or market open: Morocco viewers need 5:00 PM in AWST to catch a 9:00 AM start there, and 4:00 PM if the event is anchored to Morocco.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM WET" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a +8h gap is not.
- With a +8h gap there is no shared 9-to-5 window, so alternate the early start: one week Morocco takes the early slot, the next week AWST does.
About WET (Western European Time)
Western European Time (WET) is used in Portugal, the Canary Islands (Spain), Morocco, and several other locations. It is equivalent to GMT/UTC. During summer, Portugal and the Canary Islands switch to WEST (Western European Summer Time, UTC+01:00).
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 Morocco and AWST
With a +8h offset there is no overlap inside a normal 9 AM – 5 PM day. AWST opens at 9:00 AM AWST, which is 5:00 PM in Morocco, so real-time calls need an early-morning or late-evening slot on one side.
Business hours overlap
Morocco and AWST have no shared working hours because of the +8h gap. Teams need to alternate early starts or rely on asynchronous handovers.
Morocco is 8 hours ahead of AWST (WET UTC+00:00 → AWST UTC+08:00). 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
Morocco
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC+01:00 · DST: UTC+00:00
AWST
Does not observe DST
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Morocco and AWST?
Morocco (WET, UTC+00:00) is 8 hours ahead of AWST (AWST, UTC+08:00). The gap is currently +8h.
How do I convert Morocco time to AWST time?
Add +8h to Morocco local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Morocco is 5:00 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 +8h offset from Morocco.
What is the best time to call AWST from Morocco?
There is no shared working-hours window because of the +8h gap. The closest option is 1:00 PM in Morocco, which is 9:00 PM in AWST.
Which is ahead, Morocco or AWST?
Morocco is 8 hours ahead of AWST. When it is 12:00 PM in Morocco it is 8:00 PM in AWST.
Do Morocco and AWST use different time zones?
Morocco (Morocco) uses WET at UTC+00:00, while AWST uses AWST at UTC+08:00. The IANA identifiers are Africa/Casablanca and Australia/Perth.
Does daylight saving time affect the Morocco–AWST difference?
Yes at the moment: Morocco is on daylight saving time and AWST is not, so the +8h gap shifts by an hour when exactly one of them changes clocks.
Which other cities share Morocco's time zone?
WET also covers Lisbon, Porto, Casablanca, Las Palmas, Funchal, Rabat.
Which countries use WET, Morocco's zone?
WET is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Is there a day difference between Morocco and AWST?
Not normally. The +8h gap only pushes the date over for late-evening times.
What is the time difference between Morocco and AWST?
AWST is +8h from Morocco.
What timezone is Morocco in?
Morocco operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is AWST in?
AWST operates on its local timezone.
Which countries use WET (Western European Time)?
WET is used in Portugal, Spain (Canary Islands), Morocco, Western Sahara.
Does WET observe daylight saving time?
Yes, WET switches to WEST during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about WET?
Portugal is the only mainland European country in the WET time zone. The Canary Islands are on WET despite being part of Spain (which uses CET).
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 Morocco, what time is it in AWST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Morocco (WET), it is +8h later in AWST (AWST).
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