Forex Session Times
Live Asia, London and New York forex session times in your local timezone. Updates automatically — no signup needed.
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The three major sessions
Forex never sleeps — but it does breathe. Liquidity shifts between three regional hubs as the trading day rotates around the globe:
- Asia (00:00–09:00 UTC) — Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore. Yen and AUD pairs see the most action.
- London (08:00–17:00 UTC) — the largest hub by volume. EUR and GBP pairs dominate.
- New York (13:00–22:00 UTC) — US data drives the biggest moves. USD pairs and gold lead.
The London–NY overlap
From 13:00 to 17:00 UTC, both London and New York are open. This is the most liquid window of the day — tighter spreads, faster execution, and the cleanest price action. For US-session day traders this is the only window worth being at the screen.
Frequently asked
What time does the forex market open?
The forex market opens at 22:00 UTC Sunday (Sydney/Tokyo open) and runs continuously until 22:00 UTC Friday (New York close). It is closed on weekends except for short Sunday liquidity gaps.
What is the best forex session to trade?
The London–New York overlap (13:00–17:00 UTC) has the highest volume and tightest spreads, making it the best window for trend trades. The London open (08:00 UTC) is best for breakout and stop-hunt setups.
Why do session times shift?
Daylight saving causes a one-hour shift twice a year in Europe and the US. Australia/Japan do not observe DST in the same way, so the relative timing between Asia and other sessions changes slightly. The tool above adjusts automatically.
Does forex trade on weekends?
No. Spot forex closes at 22:00 UTC Friday and reopens at 22:00 UTC Sunday. The weekly gap between Friday close and Sunday open is the only true non-trading window. Crypto and some CFDs trade through weekends but are not spot FX.
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