Technical Specifications & Standards
Official chronometric properties, ISO standards, and international database registry identifiers for Pohnpei Time:
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Transitions
⬆️ Spring Forward (Clocks Advance)
None
⬇️ Fall Back (Clocks Return)
None
Observing Jurisdictions & Subdivisions
1 Sovereign NationsSovereign nations, administrative subdivisions, and regional territories officially operating under PONT:
Regional Subdivisions & Territory Details
Financial Markets & Trading Hours
Serves the federal government headquarters of the Federated States of Micronesia at Palikir.
Local Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 PONT
UTC Window: 21:00 - 05:00 UTC
Major Cities in PONT
Primary metropolitan centers and financial hubs observing this time zone:
Adoption History & Astronomical Facts
Year Established: 1986
Pohnpei established UTC+11 upon entering into the Compact of Free Association with the United States in 1986.
Nan Madol, the ancient ruined city built on coral reefs off Pohnpei's shore, is known as the 'Venice of the Pacific' on PONT.
Frequently Asked Questions about PONT
What is Pohnpei Time?
Pohnpei Time (PONT) is UTC+11, observed in the state of Pohnpei in Micronesia.
What is the capital of Micronesia?
Palikir, located on Pohnpei Island, is the national capital of the Federated States of Micronesia.
Does Pohnpei observe daylight saving?
No. Pohnpei operates on UTC+11 year-round.