Set the alarm clock for 8:38 pm

 

Leave this tab open — the alarm only rings while the tab stays open.

The alarm goes off in: ::
 
 

8:38 pm across the country

Sydney8:38 pm
Brisbane8:38 pm
Adelaide8:08 pm
Perth6:38 pm
Darwin8:08 pm

Times are worked out live in your browser, so daylight saving is already accounted for.

Online alarm clock for 8:38 pm

As you hand tomorrow’s uniform and bag preparation to someone else at 8:38 pm, the remaining jobs need to be unmistakable. A quick handover can cover what belongs in the bag, which uniform pieces are ready and what still needs attention. That leaves enough time to settle any loose ends before 9:00 pm without both people assuming the other has handled them.

The uniform-and-bag handover depends on the alarm sounding when expected, so the computer or phone needs to remain awake until 8:38 pm. The selected tone should also be audible from wherever the final packing is happening. If the browser page is closed or the device falls asleep beforehand, the uniform and bag may be left unfinished because no alert will sound. A brief sound check can reveal that risk while responsibility is still being transferred.

While the uniform is being laid out in evening light, a glaring screen can make small checks feel unnecessarily harsh on the eyes. Lowering the display brightness and using a warmer colour setting keeps the alarm visible without lighting the whole room. Placing the screen slightly to one side also prevents repeated glances while the bag is checked, then it can remain undisturbed until the 8:38 pm signal.

Common questions

Can I change the alarm sound?

Yes, there's a short list of tones to choose from before you press Start. Pick whichever one you're most likely to actually hear — softer sounds are easier to sleep through than a firm chime or bell.

What happens once the alarm goes off?

It rings through your device's speakers on a loop until you stop it from this page. There's no separate app notification, so make sure your volume is turned up before you rely on it.

Is this alarm accurate across daylight saving time?

It uses your device's local clock, so as long as your computer's time and date settings are correct, it'll adjust automatically when daylight saving time starts or ends.

Can I use this on my phone instead of a laptop?

Yes, it works in a mobile browser the same way, but phones are more likely to lock the screen or sleep, which can stop the alarm from ringing. A laptop or desktop tends to be more reliable for this.