Daylight Saving Time Transitions in Australia (2026)
Daylight saving time transition dates for all time zones in Australia.
Clocks spring forward on Oct 3, 2026 and fall back on Apr 4, 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Australia
- Offset Range
- UTC+9:30 to UTC+11
- Total Time Zones
- 7
Australian Central Time
| Date | Direction | Clock Change | New Time Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2026 | Fall Back | 3 AM → 2 AM | ACST |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Spring Forward | 2 AM → 3 AM | ACDT |
Australia/Hobart
| Date | Direction | Clock Change | New Time Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2026 | Fall Back | 3 AM → 2 AM | AEST |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Spring Forward | 2 AM → 3 AM | AEDT |
Australia/Melbourne
| Date | Direction | Clock Change | New Time Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2026 | Fall Back | 3 AM → 2 AM | AEST |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Spring Forward | 2 AM → 3 AM | AEDT |
Australian Eastern Time
Timezones without DST
- Australia/Brisbane
- Australia/Darwin
- Australian Western Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Australia observe daylight saving time in 2026?
- Yes, Australia observes daylight saving time in 2026. 4 of 7 time zones participate in DST.
- When do clocks change in Australia in 2026?
- Clocks spring forward on Oct 3, 2026 and fall back on Apr 4, 2026.
- How many time zones does Australia have?
- Australia has 7 time zones.