GMT to EST Time Converter
Convert Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) instantly with our free calculator.
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About GMT to EST Conversion
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 5 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). When it's noon GMT, it's 7:00 AM EST of the same day. This time difference is crucial for international business, travel, and communication between Europe and eastern North America.
Key points about GMT and EST:
- GMT is the time zone at the prime meridian (0° longitude) and is used as a reference for all other time zones.
- EST is used in parts of North America, including the eastern United States and parts of Canada.
- The time difference between GMT and EST remains constant at 5 hours throughout the year.
- During daylight saving time (usually from March to November), many EST areas switch to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is 4 hours behind GMT.
- EST is often written as UTC-5, indicating it's 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), which for most purposes is equivalent to GMT.
Use our converter above to easily calculate any time conversion between GMT and EST. For more detailed conversions, including minutes, visit our All Times page.