Military Time Converter
Convert between 24-hour military time and standard 12-hour format instantly
Military Time Conversion Made Easy
Our specialized military time converter is designed for precision and reliability in professional environments.
Military Format Support
Handles all military time formats including 4-digit (1830), with colons (18:30), and understands both 24-hour and 12-hour inputs.
Instant Conversion
Real-time conversion with immediate results. Perfect for quick reference in military, medical, and emergency service contexts.
One-Click Copy
Copy converted times instantly with visual feedback. Essential for documentation, reports, and communication.
Convert Military Time in Seconds
Our intuitive military time converter makes it easy to work with 24-hour format. Follow these simple steps.
Enter Military Time
Type any military time format—4-digit (1830), with colon (18:30), or even 12-hour format. Our converter understands it all.
Get Instant Conversion
See the converted time immediately in standard 12-hour format with AM/PM designation. No waiting, no delays.
Copy & Use Results
One-click copy functionality with visual confirmation. Perfect for reports, schedules, and communications.
Trusted by Military and Medical Professionals
Military time conversion is critical in environments where precision and clarity are non-negotiable.
Military Operations
Essential for mission planning, coordination, and communication across different time zones and units.
Healthcare & EMS
Critical for medical records, medication schedules, and emergency response coordination in hospitals and ambulances.
Aviation & Logistics
Vital for flight schedules, air traffic control, shipping logistics, and international transportation coordination.
Emergency Services
Used by police, fire departments, and emergency dispatchers for accurate time recording and incident reporting.
Military Time Conversion FAQs
Find answers to common questions about military time conversion and usage.
Q What is military time?
Military time is a 24-hour timekeeping system where the day runs from 0000 to 2359 hours. It eliminates AM/PM confusion and is used by military, emergency services, and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Q How do I convert military time to standard time?
For times 0000-1159: Remove leading zeros and add AM (0000→12:00 AM, 0930→9:30 AM). For 1200-2359: Subtract 1200 and add PM (1300→1:00 PM, 1830→6:30 PM). Our converter automates this process.
Q What does 0000 mean in military time?
0000 represents midnight (12:00 AM) in military time. It's the start of a new day and is pronounced "zero hundred hours" or "twenty-four hundred hours" when referring to the previous day's end.
Q What is 1400 in military time?
1400 hours in military time equals 2:00 PM in standard time.
Q Is 2400 a valid military time?
While sometimes used informally to mean midnight, 2400 is not standard military time. The proper format uses 0000 to represent midnight. The time sequence goes from 2359 to 0000.
Q Why is military time used?
Military time eliminates ambiguity between AM and PM, reduces errors in critical operations, provides international standardization, and ensures precise timekeeping for coordination across time zones.
Q How do I say military time out loud?
Read each digit separately: 0830 is "zero eight thirty hours", 1345 is "thirteen forty-five hours", 0000 is "zero hundred hours". The word "hours" is typically added at the end in military contexts.
Q How do you write military time?
Military time is typically written as a four-digit number without a colon. The first two digits represent the hour (00-23) and the last two digits represent the minutes (00-59). For example, 2:30 PM is written as 1430.
Q Is military time the same as 24-hour time?
They are very similar but have a subtle difference in formatting. While both use a 24-hour clock, "military time" often refers to the format without a colon (e.g., 1830), whereas "24-hour time" is more general and often uses a colon (e.g., 18:30). Our converter handles both formats.
Q What is noon in military time?
Noon is represented as 1200 in military time. It is pronounced "twelve hundred hours." This is the point where the day transitions from AM to PM in the 12-hour system.
Q What is Zulu Time (Z Time)?
Zulu Time, or "Z Time," is military-speak for Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), which is the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks. It is used in military and aviation to ensure all operations are synchronized to the same 24-hour clock, regardless of local time zones.
Q How are time zones represented in military time?
The military uses a system of phonetic alphabet letters to designate time zones. For example, "J" (Juliet) refers to the local time zone of the user. "Z" (Zulu) refers to UTC. There is a letter for each of the 24 global time zones.
Military Time Conversion Chart
| Military Time | Standard Time | Military Time | Standard Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0000 | 12:00 AM | 0030 | 12:30 AM |
| 0100 | 01:00 AM | 0130 | 01:30 AM |
| 0200 | 02:00 AM | 0230 | 02:30 AM |
| 0300 | 03:00 AM | 0330 | 03:30 AM |
| 0400 | 04:00 AM | 0430 | 04:30 AM |
| 0500 | 05:00 AM | 0530 | 05:30 AM |
| 0600 | 06:00 AM | 0630 | 06:30 AM |
| 0700 | 07:00 AM | 0730 | 07:30 AM |
| 0800 | 08:00 AM | 0830 | 08:30 AM |
| 0900 | 09:00 AM | 0930 | 09:30 AM |
| 1000 | 10:00 AM | 1030 | 10:30 AM |
| 1100 | 11:00 AM | 1130 | 11:30 AM |
| 1200 | 12:00 PM | 1230 | 12:30 PM |
| 1300 | 01:00 PM | 1330 | 01:30 PM |
| 1400 | 02:00 PM | 1430 | 02:30 PM |
| 1500 | 03:00 PM | 1530 | 03:30 PM |
| 1600 | 04:00 PM | 1630 | 04:30 PM |
| 1700 | 05:00 PM | 1730 | 05:30 PM |
| 1800 | 06:00 PM | 1830 | 06:30 PM |
| 1900 | 07:00 PM | 1930 | 07:30 PM |
| 2000 | 08:00 PM | 2030 | 08:30 PM |
| 2100 | 09:00 PM | 2130 | 09:30 PM |
| 2200 | 10:00 PM | 2230 | 10:30 PM |
| 2300 | 11:00 PM | 2330 | 11:30 PM |