Set the alarm clock for 8:44 am

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

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Going to bed for a 8:44 am alarm

Asleep by 11:29 pm — 6 full sleep cycles, about 9 hours
Asleep by 12:59 am — 5 full sleep cycles, about 7 hours
Asleep by 2:29 am — 4 full sleep cycles, about 6 hours

A sleep cycle runs about 90 minutes, and most people take around 15 minutes to drop off. Waking at the end of a cycle feels easier than waking in the middle of one.

8:44 am across the country

Sydney	8:44 am
Brisbane	8:44 am
Adelaide	8:14 am
Perth	6:44 am
Darwin	8:14 am

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

Online alarm clock for 8:44 am

As you hand the beach over to the next lifesaver, an 8:44 am alarm can mark the moment for the early flags check. It gives the incoming patrol a clear cue before 9:00 am, while you confirm the swimming area, point out any changing conditions and finish the handover without relying on someone watching the clock.

Because the flags need attention at a specific moment, leave the alarm page active and keep the sound turned up while the handover is under way. Closing the browser, or letting the phone sleep, silences this alarm; that could leave the flags handover without its 8:44 am cue. A quick sound check beforehand also confirms that the volume is loud enough to carry over surf and nearby conversation.

During an early beach changeover, glare can shift quickly as the sun climbs above buildings, dunes or headlands. Before 8:44 am, position the screen where both lifesavers can read it without facing direct light, and increase the display brightness if needed. Check the flag colours from more than one angle as well: low sunlight can flatten contrast, especially when fabric is backlit or damp.

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.