How Long Till 8 PM? Calculating the Remaining Time Understanding Time Zones Useful Tables FAQs

Are you anxiously awaiting a special event that’s scheduled for 8 PM? Or perhaps you’re trying to plan your evening and need to determine how much time you have left before it’s time to head out? Whatever the reason, calculating the remaining time until 8 PM is a straightforward process.

Determining the Current Time

The first step is to determine the current time. You can do this by looking at a clock, checking your phone, or using a time-keeping app. Note the exact time, including both the hour and minute.

For example, if it’s currently 5:30 PM, you would note this down.

Subtracting the Current Time from 8 PM

Once you have the current time, you need to subtract it from 8 PM to determine the remaining time. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Convert the current time to a 24-hour format: If the current time is in the AM, leave it as is. If it’s in the PM, add 12 to the hour. For example, 5:30 PM becomes 17:30 in 24-hour format.
2. Subtract the current time from 20:00 (8 PM in 24-hour format): This will give you the remaining time in military time format. For example, 20:00 – 17:30 = 02:30.

Converting Military Time to Standard Time

If desired, you can convert the military time format to standard time format (e.g., 2:30 PM). To do this, simply subtract 12 from the military time if it’s in the PM. For example, 02:30 in military time becomes 2:30 PM in standard time.

Example Calculation

Let’s revisit the example from earlier, where it was 5:30 PM. Following the steps above, we would calculate the remaining time as follows:

1. Convert 5:30 PM to 17:30 in military time format.
2. Subtract 17:30 from 20:00: 20:00 – 17:30 = 02:30.
3. Convert 02:30 to 2:30 PM in standard time format.

Therefore, the remaining time until 8 PM in this example is 2:30 PM.

When calculating the remaining time until 8 PM, it’s important to consider time zones. If you’re in a different time zone than the location where the event or activity is taking place, you need to adjust the time accordingly.

For example, if you’re in California and the event is taking place in New York, you would need to add 3 hours to the remaining time you calculated using the steps above. This is because New York is 3 hours ahead of California in time.

Time Conversion Table

Time Subtraction Table

Time Zone Table

Tips for Calculating Time

• Use a time-keeping app or website to assist with the calculations.
• Double-check your calculations to ensure accuracy.
• Consider time zones when calculating remaining time for events or activities taking place in a different location.

1. How do I calculate the remaining time until any specific time, not just 8 PM?
   Answer: Follow the same steps described above, but replace 8 PM with the desired time.

2. What if I’m not sure of the exact current time?
   Answer: Use a time-keeping device or check your phone to get the most accurate time possible.

3. Is there a faster way to calculate the remaining time?
   Answer: Yes, you can use a time conversion tool or app. However, manual calculations are generally reliable and easy to do.

4. What if I need to calculate the remaining time in a different time zone?
   Answer: Use the Time Zone Table provided above to determine the time difference between your current location and the location of the event or activity. Adjust your calculations accordingly.

5. Is it important to consider daylight saving time when calculating remaining time?
   Answer: Yes, if daylight saving time is in effect in either your current location or the location of the event or activity, you need to adjust your calculations to account for the one-hour time difference.

   

6. What if I’m not very good at math?
   Answer: Don’t worry! The calculations involved in determining remaining