Overview
Time notation varies between systems and regions. This tool converts between 12-hour and 24-hour formats, accepts English and Arabic markers, and shows minutes since midnight.
Formula
The 24-hour format runs from 00 to 23. The 12-hour format runs from 1 to 12 with AM or PM. Evening hours add 12 in 24-hour format.
How it works
1
Enter the time
Such as 14:30, 2:30 PM or 2:30 م.
2
Read both formats
12-hour and 24-hour versions appear together.
3
Check the minutes
See the minutes since midnight.
Worked examples
2:30 PM
Equals 14:30 in 24-hour time.
12:00 AM
Equals 00:00, the start of the day.
Frequently asked questions
Does it accept 2:30 م?
Yes, along with 2:30 PM and 14:30.
How is 12 AM handled?
It becomes 00:00, the start of the day, while 12 PM is 12:00.
Can I enter minutes only?
No, enter an hour and minutes such as 9:05 or 09:05.
This calculator is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice.