Free World Clock
What time is it in Tokyo right now - and is Sydney already tomorrow? This live world clock shows the current time in 12 major cities across every continent, ticking every second, with 12/24-hour toggle and optional seconds, so global scheduling starts with a glance.
How to Use the World Clock
- Open the page — every city clock ticks live, no setup needed.
- Switch between 12-hour and 24-hour formats or hide seconds.
- Compare times across continents at a glance for scheduling calls.
Features
Twelve major cities update live every second on a single glanceable grid, spanning the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania. You can switch between 12-hour and 24-hour formats and show or hide seconds, so the display matches how you read time.
Benefits & Use Cases
Global teams check whether colleagues are awake before messaging, travelers track home time while abroad, and market watchers follow opening hours across continents. It is the fastest possible answer to "what time is it over there?"
Tips
Switch to 24-hour format to eliminate AM/PM mix-ups when scheduling. Some cities will show tomorrow’s date - that is correct for zones ahead of UTC. For converting a specific meeting time rather than seeing "now", use the Time Zone Converter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cities are shown?
Twelve major cities spanning every continent - the grid covers the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania.
How often does the clock update?
Every second, so the display is always current while the page is open.
Can I switch to 24-hour time?
Yes - use the time format dropdown to toggle between 12-hour (AM/PM) and 24-hour display, and to show or hide seconds.
Why do some cities show tomorrow’s date?
Cities far ahead of UTC - like Sydney or Tokyo - are already into the next calendar day. Each city’s date follows its own local time.
Can I add my own city?
The twelve-city set is fixed. For any other location, the Time Zone Converter handles 28 world zones for a specific time.
Is the world clock free?
Yes - free with no sign-up, updating live in your browser.
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