Samoa+685 · .ws · WST
Samoa Standard Time
IANA identifier Pacific/Apia, standard offset UTC+13:00.
- IANA identifier
- Pacific/Apia
- Standard offset
- UTC+13:00
- Daylight-saving offset
- UTC+13:00
- Countries using it
- 1
Offsets come from the IANA time zone database. Some zones switch between the standard and daylight-saving offset during the year.
Countries using Pacific/Apia
Frequently asked questions
What is the IANA identifier for Samoa Standard Time?
The IANA time zone identifier for Samoa Standard Time is Pacific/Apia. IANA identifiers are the stable names software and servers use, because they never change meaning with daylight saving time.
What is the standard UTC offset for Pacific/Apia?
The standard offset for Pacific/Apia is UTC+13:00. This means local time is +13:00 ahead of UTC during standard time.
Does Pacific/Apia observe daylight saving time?
No. Pacific/Apia stays at UTC+13:00 year-round and does not observe daylight saving time.
What is an IANA time zone identifier?
An IANA identifier is a stable, unambiguous name for a time zone written as Area/Location, such as Pacific/Apia. Unlike abbreviations such as EST, IANA identifiers never become ambiguous, which is why they are used by servers and databases.
How many countries use Pacific/Apia?
Pacific/Apia is used by 1 published country, listed on this page.