BST to MDT Converter
Convert time between British Summer Time (BST) and Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
British Summer Time (BST)
Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
Time Difference
Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) is 0 hours ahead of British Summer Time (BST)
Select Date
Select Time
Quick Reference
| BST | MDT |
|---|---|
| 02:00 | 19:00 |
| 04:00 | 21:00 |
| 06:00 | 23:00 |
| 08:00 | 01:00 |
| 10:00 | 03:00 |
| 12:00 | 05:00 |
| 14:00 | 07:00 |
| 16:00 | 09:00 |
| 18:00 | 11:00 |
| 20:00 | 13:00 |
| 22:00 | 15:00 |
| 00:00 | 17:00 |
Top 10 Most Common Time Zones
| Abbreviation | Full Name | UTC Offset | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTC | Coordinated Universal Time | UTC ±0 | Global reference standard (servers, logs, APIs) |
| EST / EDT | Eastern (US) Time | UTC −5 / −4 | New York, Toronto — North American business hub |
| CST / CDT | Central (US) Time | UTC −6 / −5 | Chicago, Dallas — US central business region |
| PST / PDT | Pacific (US) Time | UTC −8 / −7 | San Francisco, Los Angeles — tech industry standard |
| GMT / BST | Greenwich Mean / British Summer Time | UTC 0 / +1 | UK, used globally as a reference with UTC |
| CET / CEST | Central European (Summer) Time | UTC +1 / +2 | Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam — EU business core |
| IST | India Standard Time | UTC +5:30 | India — major IT & outsourcing region |
| CST | China Standard Time | UTC +8 | Beijing, Shanghai — East Asia business hub |
| JST | Japan Standard Time | UTC +9 | Tokyo — finance & tech hub |
| AEST / AEDT | Australian Eastern (Daylight) Time | UTC +10 / +11 | Sydney, Melbourne — APAC regional business |
Why Time Zone Abbreviations Are Ambiguous
Unlike standardized identifiers (like America/New_York or Europe/London from the IANA tz database), abbreviations such as "CST" or "IST" are not globally unique. They can refer to different time zones depending on context — country, region, or even time of year (due to daylight saving time).
Common Ambiguous Time Zone Abbreviations
| Abbrev. | Common Meaning(s) | UTC Offset | Region(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CST | Central Standard Time / China Standard Time / Cuba Standard Time | UTC−6 / UTC+8 / UTC−5 | North America, China, Cuba |
| IST | Indian Standard Time / Irish Standard Time / Israel Standard Time | UTC+5:30 / UTC+1 / UTC+2 | India, Ireland, Israel |
| AST | Atlantic Standard Time / Arabia Standard Time | UTC−4 / UTC+3 | Caribbean, Canada, Middle East |
| PST | Pacific Standard Time / Philippine Standard Time | UTC−8 / UTC+8 | North America, Philippines |
| EST | Eastern Standard Time (North America / Australia) | UTC−5 / UTC+10 | North America, Australia |
✅ Best Practice
To avoid ambiguity, always:
- Use IANA tz identifiers — e.g.,
America/New_Yorkinstead of "EST" - Specify UTC offset explicitly — e.g.,
UTC−5when abbreviations must be used - Include the full timezone name — e.g., "Eastern Standard Time (EST)" with UTC offset
Related Time Zone Conversions
About BST to MDT Time Conversion
Converting time between British Summer Time (BST) and Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) is essential for coordinating activities between the UK and the US Mountain region during summer. BST is UTC+1, while MDT is UTC-6, making MDT 7 hours behind BST.
This time zone converter uses the IANA timezone database to ensure accurate calculations, accounting for daylight saving time transitions and regional variations. Whether you're scheduling business meetings between London and Denver, planning travel, or coordinating with teams across time zones, our converter provides reliable results. Note that the Mountain region observes MST (UTC-7) during winter months, making the difference 8 hours.
Common Use Cases for BST to MDT Conversion
Business & Work
- Scheduling meetings between UK and US Mountain region offices during summer
- Coordinating London and Denver business operations
- Planning international summer conferences and webinars for Mountain Time
Personal & Travel
- Planning travel itineraries from UK to US Mountain region during summer
- Coordinating with family and friends in Denver, Salt Lake City, and Las Vegas
- Scheduling virtual events with UK-US Mountain audiences during daylight saving time
Time Zone Information
British Summer Time (BST)
- UTC Offset: UTC+1 (UTC+0 during GMT)
- IANA Timezone: Europe/London
- Daylight Saving: Last Sunday in March to Last Sunday in October
- Major Cities: London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast
- Coverage: United Kingdom and Ireland (during daylight saving time)
Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
- UTC Offset: UTC-6 (UTC-7 during MST)
- IANA Timezone: America/Denver
- Daylight Saving: Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November
- Major Cities: Denver, Salt Lake City, Albuquerque, Las Vegas, Billings
- Coverage: Mountain region of United States and Canada (during daylight saving time)
Quick Reference: BST to MDT
Remember: MDT is always 7 hours behind BST. In winter, the Mountain region uses MST (UTC-7), making the difference 8 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between BST and MDT?
British Summer Time (BST) is UTC+1, while Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) is UTC-6. BST is 7 hours ahead of MDT. This means when it's 6:00 PM in BST, it's 11:00 AM in MDT. Both regions observe daylight saving time during overlapping periods (late March to early November).
When are BST and MDT both active?
Both BST and MDT are active during overlapping summer months. The UK observes BST from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October. The US Mountain region observes MDT from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. During these overlapping periods, the time difference is 7 hours. Before late March and after early November, you'll need to adjust for different timezone standards.
What happens during daylight saving time transitions?
The UK and US Mountain region change their clocks on different dates. The UK changes on the last Sunday of March (forward) and October (back). The US Mountain region changes on the second Sunday of March (forward) and first Sunday of November (back). This creates brief periods where the standard time difference changes. Always verify the current date when scheduling international meetings during March and October/November.
What are the major cities in the MDT timezone?
Major cities in Mountain Daylight Time include Denver (Colorado), Salt Lake City (Utah), Albuquerque (New Mexico), Las Vegas (Nevada), Billings (Montana), and parts of Boise (Idaho). These are important business, technology, and tourism centers in the US Mountain West. Note that Phoenix, Arizona remains on MST year-round and does not observe daylight saving time.
How do I convert BST to MDT manually?
To convert from BST to MDT, subtract 7 hours from the BST time. For example, if it's 6:00 PM BST, it would be 11:00 AM MDT. This conversion applies when both regions are observing daylight saving time (late March to early November). Outside this period, when the UK is in GMT and the US Mountain region is in MST, the difference is 8 hours.
What should I know about scheduling across BST and MDT?
The UK and US Mountain region have limited working hour overlap during summer. Early morning BST (8-10 AM) corresponds to 1-3 AM MDT, making synchronous morning meetings impractical. Afternoon BST (2-4 PM) roughly aligns with early morning MDT (7-9 AM), which is the most practical window for transatlantic scheduling. Late afternoon UK times (5-6 PM BST) work best for mid-morning meetings on the Mountain (10-11 AM MDT). Successful scheduling requires flexibility from both parties.
Pro Tips
- • BST is 7 hours ahead of MDT during summer daylight saving time. When only one region observes daylight saving, the difference becomes 8 hours.
- • The UK and US Mountain region change clocks on different dates. UK: last Sunday of March/October. US Mountain: second Sunday of March/first Sunday of November.
- • Early morning BST (8-10 AM) equals 1-3 AM MDT. Late evening MDT (9-11 PM) equals next morning BST (4-6 AM), making synchronous meetings very difficult.
- • Afternoon BST (2-4 PM) roughly aligns with early morning MDT (7-9 AM), which is the most practical window for transatlantic scheduling to avoid extreme hours.
- • Late afternoon UK times (5-6 PM BST) correspond to mid-morning Mountain region times (10-11 AM MDT), making this the ideal window for important cross-timezone meetings.
- • Phoenix, Arizona and parts of Idaho remain on MST year-round and do not observe daylight saving time. When scheduling with these areas, the time difference remains 8 hours year-round.