Military Time Converter
Convert standard time to military time and convert military time back to regular time instantly.
This military time converter helps you convert regular time to military time and convert military time back to standard time instantly. You can also use the military time chart below to compare common time values quickly.
Convert Standard Time to Military Time
Enter an hour, minute, and AM or PM to convert regular time into military time.
Because 2:30 PM is after noon, add 12 to the hour to get 14:30.
Common Military Time Conversions
Here are some of the most common time conversions between regular time and military time.
Military Time Chart
Use this military time chart to quickly compare standard time with 24-hour military time.
| Standard Time | Military Time | Copy |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 00:00 | |
| 1:00 AM | 01:00 | |
| 2:00 AM | 02:00 | |
| 3:00 AM | 03:00 | |
| 4:00 AM | 04:00 | |
| 5:00 AM | 05:00 | |
| 6:00 AM | 06:00 | |
| 7:00 AM | 07:00 | |
| 8:00 AM | 08:00 | |
| 9:00 AM | 09:00 | |
| 10:00 AM | 10:00 | |
| 11:00 AM | 11:00 | |
| 12:00 PM | 12:00 | |
| 1:00 PM | 13:00 | |
| 2:00 PM | 14:00 | |
| 3:00 PM | 15:00 | |
| 4:00 PM | 16:00 | |
| 5:00 PM | 17:00 | |
| 6:00 PM | 18:00 | |
| 7:00 PM | 19:00 | |
| 8:00 PM | 20:00 | |
| 9:00 PM | 21:00 | |
| 10:00 PM | 22:00 | |
| 11:00 PM | 23:00 |
How to Convert Military Time
To convert regular time to military time, keep morning hours the same and add a leading zero when needed. For afternoon and evening times, add 12 to the hour. To convert military time back to regular time, keep hours from 00:00 to 11:59 as AM times, and for hours from 13:00 to 23:59, subtract 12 and label them as PM.
AM times usually stay the same in military time, but single-digit hours use a leading zero. For example, 7:05 AM becomes 07:05.
For PM times after 12:00 PM, add 12 to the hour. For example, 4:20 PM becomes 16:20.
12:00 AM becomes 00:00, while 12:00 PM stays 12:00. These are the two most common points of confusion.
Military Time Conversion Examples
Use these examples to compare common regular times and military time values at a glance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common military time converter and 24-hour clock questions.
What is military time?+
Military time is a 24-hour time format that runs from 00:00 to 23:59. It avoids AM and PM by using the full 24-hour clock.
How do you convert military time to regular time?+
If the hour is 12 or less, keep it as AM except for 12:00, which is PM. If the hour is 13 or more, subtract 12 and label it as PM.
What is 1300 in regular time?+
1300 means 1:00 PM in regular 12-hour time.
What is 1800 in regular time?+
1800 means 6:00 PM in regular time.
Is military time the same as 24-hour time?+
Yes. In everyday usage, military time and 24-hour time usually refer to the same format.
Why does 12:00 AM become 00:00?+
In the 24-hour clock, midnight starts a new day, so it is written as 00:00.
Why does 12:00 PM stay 12:00?+
Noon is represented as 12:00 in military time, so it does not change.
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