ET in timekeeping typically refers to the Eastern Time Zone.
Here's a breakdown:
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Eastern Time Zone: This is the time zone used in the eastern parts of North America (United States and Canada), as well as parts of South America and the Caribbean.
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EST vs. EDT: Eastern Time can be further specified as either:
- EST (Eastern Standard Time): Used during the winter months. It is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-5).
- EDT (Eastern Daylight Time): Used during the summer months as part of daylight saving time. It is 4 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-4).
In summary, when you see "ET" in a time context, it almost always means the Eastern Time Zone, and you'll need to consider whether it's EST or EDT based on the time of year.
