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MSK to UTC Converter

UTC is 3 hours behind MSK

Current MSK Time
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Europe/Moscow
Current UTC Time
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Etc/UTC
Time Diff
3h behind
MSK
UTC+3
UTC
UTC+0
Overlapping hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM MSK (5h)

MSK to UTC Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in UTC

MSK to UTC time conversion table showing all 24 hours
MSK UTC
12:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 12:00 AM
4:00 AM 1:00 AM
5:00 AM 2:00 AM
6:00 AM 3:00 AM
7:00 AM 4:00 AM
8:00 AM 5:00 AM
9:00 AM 6:00 AM
10:00 AM 7:00 AM
11:00 AM 8:00 AM
12:00 PM 9:00 AM
1:00 PM 10:00 AM
2:00 PM 11:00 AM
3:00 PM 12:00 PM
4:00 PM 1:00 PM
5:00 PM 2:00 PM
6:00 PM 3:00 PM
7:00 PM 4:00 PM
8:00 PM 5:00 PM
9:00 PM 6:00 PM
10:00 PM 7:00 PM
11:00 PM 8:00 PM

Converting Moscow Standard Time to Coordinated Universal Time

Moscow Standard Time (MSK) and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) are separated by a 3 hours time difference. UTC is 3 hours behind MSK. MSK is UTC+3, used in Russia, while UTC is UTC+0.

When converting from MSK to UTC, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM MSK equals 6:00 AM UTC, 12:00 PM noon MSK equals 9:00 AM UTC, and 5:00 PM MSK equals 2:00 PM UTC. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across MSK and UTC

For professionals scheduling meetings between MSK and UTC, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 3 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

MSK does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+3 year-round. UTC does not observe DST, staying at UTC+0 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between MSK and UTC?
Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is 3 hours behind Moscow Standard Time (MSK). When it is 12:00 PM noon in MSK, it is 9:00 AM in UTC.
How do I convert MSK to UTC?
To convert MSK to UTC, subtract 3 hours from the MSK time. For example, 9:00 AM MSK is 6:00 AM UTC. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does MSK or UTC observe Daylight Saving Time?
MSK does not observe Daylight Saving Time. UTC does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between MSK and UTC?
The best time to schedule a call between MSK and UTC is during overlapping business hours. If you are in MSK, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in UTC.
Is MSK ahead or behind UTC?
MSK (UTC+3) is 3 hours ahead of UTC (UTC+0). MSK corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Moscow, while UTC corresponds to Etc/UTC.

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