What are time zones and how do they work?

What are time zones and how do they work?

Time zones are regions of the Earth that have the same standard time. They are defined by their offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). For example, UTC-5 means the local time is 5 hours behind UTC.

How many time zones are there in the world?

There are 24 main time zones around the world, but when considering all the variations and daylight saving changes, there are over 38 different time zones.

Can you tell me how to convert time between two different time zones?

Sure! To convert time, you need to know the UTC offset of both time zones. For example, if it's 3 PM in New York (UTC-5) and you want to convert it to London (UTC+0), you would add 5 hours, making it 8 PM in London.

What is Daylight Saving Time and how does it affect time zones?

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of moving the clock forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight. This affects time zones by temporarily changing the UTC offset, usually by adding one hour.