Time and Date (timeanddate.com) is the world’s leading chronological reference and astronomical timing portal. Founded in 1998 in Stavanger, Norway, it calculates high-precision atomic synchronized time, worldwide daylight saving adjustments, solar and lunar eclipse tracks, and local sunrise/sunset coordinates for every city on Earth.
Key Chronometric & Sky Timing Features
- Atomic Time Synchronizer: High-precision synchronized world clocks comparing local computer time with international UTC atomic standards.
- World Clock Meeting Planner: Interactive timezone matrix finding optimal conference call windows across multiple international offices.
- Interactive Sun & Moon Trackers: Day and night world maps showing twilight boundaries, moon phases, solar noon, and golden hour angles.
- Solar & Lunar Eclipse Maps: 3D interactive eclipse paths with local visibility countdowns, cloud cover forecasts, and live streaming video.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are the world clock calculations?
Calculations synchronize with Network Time Protocol (NTP) servers linked to national metrology laboratories and UTC atomic clocks.
Does Time and Date account for Daylight Saving Time (DST) changes?
Yes. The platform maintains a database tracking historical, current, and projected daylight saving time shifts worldwide.
Can I find out when the next solar eclipse will occur?
Yes. The Astronomy section provides detailed interactive maps and local timing tables for every solar and lunar eclipse over the next century.