MST to EDT Converter
Convert time between Mountain Standard Time (MST) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Time Difference
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is 0 hours ahead of Mountain Standard Time (MST)
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Quick Reference
| MST | EDT |
|---|---|
| 19:00 | 21:00 |
| 21:00 | 23:00 |
| 23:00 | 01:00 |
| 01:00 | 03:00 |
| 03:00 | 05:00 |
| 05:00 | 07:00 |
| 07:00 | 09:00 |
| 09:00 | 11:00 |
| 11:00 | 13:00 |
| 13:00 | 15:00 |
| 15:00 | 17:00 |
| 17:00 | 19:00 |
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 MST to EDT Time Conversion
Converting time between Mountain Standard Time (MST) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) helps coordinate activities between the Mountain region during winter and the Eastern region during summer. MST is UTC-7 and is observed from November to March, while EDT is UTC-4 and is observed from March to November. This creates a 3-hour time difference between these zones during their overlapping periods.
This conversion is essential for coordinating business operations, meetings, and communications between the Mountain and Eastern time zones during the seasons when one observes standard time and the other observes daylight saving time. Our converter uses the IANA timezone database to ensure accurate calculations.
Common Use Cases for MST to EDT Conversion
Business & Work
- Coordinating East Coast and Mountain region operations during daylight saving season
- Scheduling meetings and conference calls across continental US divisions
- Planning project timelines that span different daylight saving periods
Personal & Travel
- Planning travel between Mountain and Eastern regions during spring and summer
- Coordinating with family and friends in different regions during daylight saving season
- Managing events and activities across regional time boundaries
Time Zone Information
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
- UTC Offset: UTC-7 (Standard Time)
- IANA Timezone: America/Denver
- Daylight Saving: Active from First Sunday in November to Second Sunday in March
- Major Cities: Denver, Salt Lake City, Albuquerque, Boise, Phoenix
- Coverage: Mountain United States and parts of Canada
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- UTC Offset: UTC-4 (Daylight Saving Time)
- IANA Timezone: America/New_York
- Daylight Saving: Active from Second Sunday in March to First Sunday in November
- Major Cities: New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, Washington DC
- Coverage: Eastern United States and Canada
Quick Reference: MST to EDT
Remember: EDT is always 3 hours ahead of MST. MST is used in winter (November-March), while EDT is used in summer (March-November) in their respective regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between MST and EDT?
Mountain Standard Time (MST) is UTC-7, while Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is UTC-4. This means EDT is 3 hours ahead of MST. When it's 12:00 PM in Denver during winter (MST), it would be 3:00 PM in New York during summer (EDT). The 3-hour difference occurs because MST is winter time in the Mountain region while EDT is summer time in the Eastern region.
When are MST and EDT active?
Mountain Standard Time (MST) is active from the first Sunday in November to the second Sunday in March. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) is active from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. During the overlap periods (March 2-second Sunday and first Sunday November through November), both zones are active simultaneously, creating the 3-hour time difference.
What regions use MST and EDT?
MST covers the Mountain region of the United States and Canada, including Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Utah, New Mexico, and parts of Idaho and Texas. Major cities include Denver, Salt Lake City, Albuquerque, and Boise. EDT covers the Eastern region including New York, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Florida, and other East Coast states. Major cities include New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, and Washington DC.
Why is MST to EDT conversion useful?
This conversion is particularly useful during spring and summer months when the Mountain region observes standard time while the Eastern region observes daylight saving time. It helps coordinate business operations between East Coast and Mountain region offices, schedule cross-continental meetings, plan travel, and manage communications between these important US business centers during seasons when they don't observe the same daylight saving status.
How do transitions affect MST to EDT scheduling?
MST and EDT transitions happen on the same dates (second Sunday in March for EDT, first Sunday in November for MST). During March, EDT starts while MST is still active, creating the 3-hour difference. In November, MST starts while EDT is still active. During these transition weeks, extra care is needed when scheduling recurring meetings. Always specify the IANA timezone (America/Denver and America/New_York) rather than manual times to avoid errors.
How does this differ from other timezone pairs?
Unlike conversions between two regions on the same daylight saving schedule (like EST to CST), MST to EDT compares winter time in one region to summer time in another. This makes it unique because the time difference reflects both geographic separation and seasonal differences. When the Eastern region switches to EST in November, the difference becomes 2 hours instead of 3, so this conversion is most relevant during March through October when EDT is active.
Pro Tips
- • EDT is always 3 hours ahead of MST - a simple rule: add 3 hours to MST to get EDT time.
- • This conversion is most relevant from March (when EDT starts) through October (before EDT ends). From November to March, the Eastern region observes EST instead of EDT, making the difference 2 hours instead of 3.
- • Remember that MST is winter time (standard time) in the Mountain region while EDT is summer time (daylight saving time) in the Eastern region. They transition on different dates in March and November.
- • When scheduling recurring meetings between Mountain and Eastern regions during daylight saving season, use your calendar application's IANA timezone settings (America/Denver and America/New_York) to avoid manual conversion errors.
- • The East Coast and Mountain regions are significant business centers. Major financial markets, tech hubs, and corporate headquarters operate across these zones, making this conversion critical for US business coordination.
- • During the transition weeks (especially around March and November), double-check meeting times. An 8 AM meeting scheduled by someone in Mountain time might need verification for the Eastern team to ensure accuracy.
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