Welcome to our Military and Standard Time Converter, a user-friendly tool designed to effortlessly convert time between the 24-hour military format and the 12-hour standard format.
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How to Convert Between Military and Standard Times
Converting between military and standard times can sometimes be a bit confusing, especially if you're not familiar with the 24-hour clock commonly used in military time. But fear not – with a basic understanding and the right tools like a military time converter, you can easily make these conversions in no time.
Understanding the Basics
Military time runs on a 24-hour clock, starting at midnight (0000 hours) and ending at 2359 hours. This format is straightforward because each hour of the day has its unique identifier, eliminating the need for AM and PM.
In contrast, standard time, which is widely used in the United States and a few other regions, operates on a 12-hour clock with AM and PM designations. Here, the day is split into two segments of 12 hours each – from midnight to noon (AM) and from noon to midnight (PM).
Converting Military Time to Standard Time
- Hours from 0000 to 1159: For military times from 0000 to 1159, the conversion is simple. The hours remain the same, and you just add AM. For instance, 0900 in military time is 9:00 AM in standard time.
- Hours from 1200 to 2359: For times from 1200 onwards, subtract 1200 from the military time and add PM. So, 1300 hours becomes 1:00 PM.
Converting Standard Time to Military Time
- AM Hours: For standard times in the AM, remove the AM designation. If the hour is a single digit, prepend a '0'. For example, 8:00 AM becomes 0800.
- PM Hours: For PM times, add 12 to the hour (if it’s not 12 PM) and then convert. For instance, 2:00 PM becomes 1400 hours.
Using a Military Time Converter
While doing these conversions manually is certainly feasible, a military time converter can simplify the process. This tool allows you to input the time in either standard or military format and instantly provides the conversion. It's especially handy if you're dealing with multiple time conversions or if you're still getting used to the 24-hour clock format.
For ease of conversion you can also refer to the military time chart which can be also downloaded as printable military time chart.