24-Hour Format Converter

The 24-hour format converter is a simple but efficient tool developed to help you convert the widely used 12-hour time format into a more precise and universally accepted 24-hour format. In this article, let’s look at how this converter works and how you can use the 24-hour format converter effectively.

12-Hour clock format

The 12-hour time system split the day into two halves: AM (Ante Meridiem), from 12:00 AM (midnight) to 11:59 AM (a minute before noon). PM (Post Meridiem); from 12:00 PM (noon) to 11:59 PM (a minute before midnight). This 12-hour system is easy for everyday use, but sometimes this can lead to confusion.

12-Hour Format	24-Hour Format	Time of Day	UTC+5:30
12 AM	00:00	Midnight	18:30 UTC
1 AM	01:00	Late Night	19:30 UTC
2 AM	02:00	Late Night	20:30 UTC
3 AM	03:00	Late Night	21:30 UTC
4 AM	04:00	Late Night	22:30 UTC
5 AM	05:00	Morning	23:30 UTC
6 AM	06:00	Morning	00:30 UTC
7 AM	07:00	Morning	01:30 UTC
8 AM	08:00	Morning	02:30 UTC
9 AM	09:00	Morning	03:30 UTC
10 AM	10:00	Morning	04:30 UTC
11 AM	11:00	Morning	05:30 UTC

Table 1 shows 12 hours and 24-hour times from 12 AM to 11 AM

24-Hour clock format

The 24-hour clock format shows time without dividing the day into AM and PM. The critical aspect of the 24-hour time format is that a day begins at 00:00 (midnight) and ends at 24:00. Times are expressed in four digits for accuracy and precision. While 24:00 marks the end of the current day, it is also the beginning of 00:00 the next day.

12-Hour Format	24-Hour Format	Time of Day	UTC+5:30
12 PM	12:00	Noon	6:30 UTC
1 PM	13:00	Afternoon	7:30 UTC
2 PM	14:00	Afternoon	8:30 UTC
3 PM	15:00	Afternoon	9:30 UTC
4 PM	16:00	Afternoon	10:30 UTC
5 PM	17:00	Evening	11:30 UTC
6 PM	18:00	Evening	12:30 UTC
7 PM	19:00	Evening	13:30 UTC
8 PM	20:00	Night	14:30 UTC
9 PM	21:00	Night	15:30 UTC
10 PM	22:00	Night	16:30 UTC
11 PM	23:00	Late Night	17:30 UTC

Table 2 shows 12 hours and 24-hour times from 12 PM to 11 PM

How to use this converter

1

Enter Time: Input the standard 12-hour values into the Hours and Minutes fields.

2

Select PM/AM: Toggle between AM or PM to specify the target time period correctly.

3

Convert: Click 'Generate 24H Time'. The results appear instantly in standardized military format.

Why use this formatter

No AM/PM Confusion

The 24-hour format is used worldwide because it is clear and precise, avoiding any ambiguity between morning and night shifts.

More Accurate

Since the 24-hour format uses exact numerical progressions, it significantly reduces scheduling errors in time-sensitive environments.

Global Standard

Standardized across military, aviation, healthcare, and international travel industries to ensure seamless global communication.