Setting the Time Zone through PowerShell

In this article we will discuss how to set and change the time zone of your Windows server/pc with the use of Powershell.

Updated: 14 Apr, 23 by Ayden I 1 Min

Setting the Time Zone through PowerShell

Setting Time Zone through PowerShell.
Setting Time Zone in Windows is one of the important actions for everyone who want to use Windows services and it is most important for them who want to use this services through network and internet connections.
You can set Time Zone in Windows with 3 ways.

Setting Time Zone via CMD

Setting Time Zone via PowerShell

Setting Time Zone through Control Panel

For changing Time Zone via PowerShell follow below tutorial.

Open PowerShell with run it as administrator

For viewing current Time Zone in PowerShell status enter the following command

`Get-TimeZone`

For viewing the list of available Time Zones use below command

`Get-TimeZone – ListAvailable`

Now by using below command you can set your wanted Time Zone.

`Set-TimeZone –Name “Time Zone Name”`

To view the new time zone, use the command again

`Get-TimeZone`
PowerShell is accessible in all windows servers, you can manage and run windows services with PowerShell.
`https://monovm.com/windows-vps/`

Category: Server Tutorials

Ayden I

Fred

2020, Aug, 20

I am using a VPN and can set the browser time to the VPN's destination IP; however, the local system time doesn't change. Any ideas how to capture the browser's timezone and pass that through PowerShell to then 'set-timezone' of system to match? TIA

Mr. Carmelo Kub IV

2024, Nov, 24

Great post! Setting the time zone correctly is crucial for ensuring that all your scheduled tasks, timestamps, and logs are accurate, especially when working with servers or remote services. Using PowerShell for this task is a game-changer, offering a quick and efficient way to adjust settings without navigating through multiple menus. Your step-by-step guide is clear and easy to follow, making it perfect for both beginners and advanced users. Thanks for sharing!