Is UTC the Same as London Time? Understanding the Difference

Learn how UTC and London time differ with seasonal changes like British Summer Time.

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No, UTC is not the same as London time. UTC, or Coordinated Universal Time, is the time standard that the world uses. London operates on UTC during the winter but shifts to UTC+1 hour during British Summer Time (BST).

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the difference between UTC and GMT? UTC is not affected by daylight saving time changes, while GMT remains consistent throughout the year.
  2. When does London switch to British Summer Time? London switches to British Summer Time (UTC+1) at 1:00 AM on the last Sunday in March.
  3. How do I calculate the time difference between UTC and other time zones? You can calculate time differences by adding or subtracting hours based on the UTC offset of the specific time zone.

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