EDT in time stands for Eastern Daylight Time.
Understanding Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
EDT is a time zone primarily used in parts of North America during the warmer months. Let's break down some key aspects:
- Definition: Eastern Daylight Time.
- UTC Offset: EDT is four hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4). This means that when it's 12:00 UTC, it's 08:00 EDT.
- Daylight Saving Time: EDT is specifically the daylight saving time variant of the Eastern Time Zone. The standard time is Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is UTC-5.
- Period of Use: EDT is observed from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. After that, the Eastern Time Zone switches back to EST.
EDT vs EST
| Feature | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) | Eastern Standard Time (EST) |
|---|---|---|
| Time of Year | Spring/Summer | Fall/Winter |
| UTC Offset | UTC-4 | UTC-5 |
Practical Example
Imagine a meeting scheduled for 14:00 EDT. If you are located in UTC, you would need to add 4 hours to that time, making your meeting time 18:00 UTC.
