24-Hour to 12-Hour Time Converter
Quickly and easily convert 24-hour time to the standard 12-hour AM/PM format.
Everything You Need for Perfect Time Conversion
Designed with precision and user experience in mind, our converter handles all your time format needs effortlessly.
Bidirectional Conversion
Seamlessly switch between 24-hour and 12-hour formats with intuitive toggle controls. Perfect for any conversion direction.
Smart Input Recognition
Accepts any format—with colons, without colons, AM/PM variations. Our intelligent parser understands your input perfectly.
Instant Copy & Share
One-click copy functionality with visual feedback. Perfect for sharing results across applications and platforms instantly.
Convert Time in Seconds
Our intuitive design makes time conversion effortless. Follow these simple steps to get accurate results instantly.
Select Conversion Mode
Choose between 24-hour to 12-hour or vice versa with the intuitive toggle switch. The interface adapts instantly.
Enter Your Time
Type any time format—our smart parser understands colons, no colons, AM/PM variations. Results update in real-time.
Copy & Use Results
One-click copy with visual confirmation. Perfect for schedules, communications, and any application needing precise time.
Trusted by Professionals Worldwide
Whether you're traveling across time zones or working with international teams, our converter simplifies time communication for everyone.
International Travelers
Convert flight schedules, train timetables, and international bookings with precision and ease.
Global Professionals
Schedule meetings across time zones and interpret international deadlines without confusion.
Students & Educators
Learn and teach time concepts with an intuitive tool that makes conversion accessible to all ages.
Military & Healthcare
Essential for professionals using 24-hour time in military, medical, and emergency services contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to common questions about time conversion and our tool's functionality.
Q What is 00:00 in 12-hour format?
00:00 in 24-hour format is 12:00 AM in 12-hour format. This represents midnight, the start of a new day.
Q What is 12:00 in 12-hour format?
12:00 in 24-hour format is 12:00 PM in 12-hour format. This represents noon, the middle of the day.
Q What is 23:59 in 12-hour format?
23:59 in 24-hour format is 11:59 PM in 12-hour format.
Q Is 24:00 a valid time?
While sometimes used to signify day's end, 24:00 isn't standard 24-hour format. The day properly ends at 23:59 and begins at 00:00.
Q Is midnight 12 AM or 12 PM?
AM = Ante Meridiem (before midday), PM = Post Meridiem (after midday). AM covers Midnight is 12:00 AM, while noon is 12:00 PM.
Q What's the difference between 24-hour and 12-hour time?
24-hour time uses 00-23 continuously, while 12-hour time uses 1-12 with AM/PM designations. 24-hour eliminates ambiguity for international use.
Q How do I convert 24-hour to 12-hour manually?
For hours 00-11: add AM (00:00→12:00 AM). For 12:00: it's 12:00 PM. For 13-23: subtract 12 and add PM (13:00→1:00 PM). Minutes stay the same.
Q What is 00:00 called in 12 hour time?
00:00 in 24-hour format is called 12:00 AM in 12-hour time. This represents midnight, the exact moment when one day ends and the next day begins.
Q Why do we use AM/PM?
AM/PM is used in 12-hour time format to distinguish between morning (AM) and afternoon/evening (PM) hours. This system originated from ancient civilizations that divided the day into two 12-hour periods based on the position of the sun, making it easier to reference time without confusion between day and night hours.
Q What does AM and PM stand for?
AM = Ante Meridiem (before midday), PM = Post Meridiem (after midday). AM covers midnight to noon, PM covers noon to midnight.
Q Why do some countries use the 24-hour format?
The 24-hour clock avoids confusion between morning and evening times and is widely used in Europe, transportation, and digital systems.
24-Hour to 12-Hour Conversion Chart
| 24-Hour Time | 12-Hour Time | 24-Hour Time | 12-Hour Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 12:00 AM | 00:30 | 12:30 AM |
| 01:00 | 01:00 AM | 01:30 | 01:30 AM |
| 02:00 | 02:00 AM | 02:30 | 02:30 AM |
| 03:00 | 03:00 AM | 03:30 | 03:30 AM |
| 04:00 | 04:00 AM | 04:30 | 04:30 AM |
| 05:00 | 05:00 AM | 05:30 | 05:30 AM |
| 06:00 | 06:00 AM | 06:30 | 06:30 AM |
| 07:00 | 07:00 AM | 07:30 | 07:30 AM |
| 08:00 | 08:00 AM | 08:30 | 08:30 AM |
| 09:00 | 09:00 AM | 09:30 | 09:30 AM |
| 10:00 | 10:00 AM | 10:30 | 10:30 AM |
| 11:00 | 11:00 AM | 11:30 | 11:30 AM |
| 12:00 | 12:00 PM | 12:30 | 12:30 PM |
| 13:00 | 01:00 PM | 13:30 | 01:30 PM |
| 14:00 | 02:00 PM | 14:30 | 02:30 PM |
| 15:00 | 03:00 PM | 15:30 | 03:30 PM |
| 16:00 | 04:00 PM | 16:30 | 04:30 PM |
| 17:00 | 05:00 PM | 17:30 | 05:30 PM |
| 18:00 | 06:00 PM | 18:30 | 06:30 PM |
| 19:00 | 07:00 PM | 19:30 | 07:30 PM |
| 20:00 | 08:00 PM | 20:30 | 08:30 PM |
| 21:00 | 09:00 PM | 21:30 | 09:30 PM |
| 22:00 | 10:00 PM | 22:30 | 10:30 PM |
| 23:00 | 11:00 PM | 23:30 | 11:30 PM |
Recent Updates
We are constantly improving our tools. Here are the latest updates and fixes.
September 29, 2025
- Added complete German language support for Military Time Converter and Time Chart pages.
- Enhanced Military Time Converter with auto-conversion on 4-digit input for better user experience.
- Improved language switcher consistency across all pages with responsive mobile support.
- Optimized Military Time Converter to focus on 24-hour to 12-hour conversion without unnecessary swap functionality.
- Fixed input selection issues allowing users to replace selected numbers directly.
- Fixed Traditional Chinese Military Time Converter page structure consistency by adding missing Use Cases and Conversion Chart sections.
- Enhanced Traditional Chinese FAQ section with Q/A badge format matching other language versions.
- Added complete Traditional Chinese footer with Contact Us section and social media links.
September 16, 2025
- Fixed layout issues on the Military Time Converter page to ensure a consistent full-width design.
- Unified header and footer navigation across all pages for improved consistency and SEO.
- Fixed all HTML validation errors to ensure code quality and browser compatibility.
- Added a "Quick Links" section to the footer for easier navigation to page sections.