How do I enable admin commands to run SetTimeOfDay?

In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats first, then run cheat SetTimeOfDay . Without admin access the console rejects it.

What arguments does the SetTimeOfDay command take?

The SetTimeOfDay command takes one argument: hour:minute\[:second\] type: text. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.

Can I run the SetTimeOfDay command over RCON?

Yes. Send cheat SetTimeOfDay through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.

How current is the SetTimeOfDay info?

The SetTimeOfDay entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.

What is the syntax for the SetTimeOfDay command?

The syntax is cheat SetTimeOfDay . Open the admin console, paste it, replace any with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.

Which game is the SetTimeOfDay from?

The SetTimeOfDay is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.

ARK · COMMAND

SetTimeOfDay

Q: What is the SetTimeOfDay used for?

Use SetTimeOfDay to jump the server clock to any time you choose. Provide the time as hours and minutes (e.g., 13:15 for 1:15 PM), or include seconds for precision (e.g., 13:15:00).

Command

Sets the server's current time of day to a specified hour, minute, and optional second.

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Syntax

Console syntax

cheat SetTimeOfDay <Hour:Minute[:Second]>

Arguments

hour:minute\[:second\] type: text: The time, given as hours:minutes and optionally hours:minutes:seconds, e.g. 13:15:00 for 1:15PM.

About

Use SetTimeOfDay to jump the server clock to any time you choose. Provide the time as hours and minutes (e.g., 13:15 for 1:15 PM), or include seconds for precision (e.g., 13:15:00).

This is useful for testing time-dependent mechanics, adjusting the day, night cycle without waiting, or syncing the server clock after a restart. The command is a cheat, so it requires admin privileges and console access to execute.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable admin commands to run SetTimeOfDay?: In single-player, cheats are on by default. On a dedicated or hosted server, log in as admin with enablecheats <AdminPassword> first, then run cheat SetTimeOfDay <Hour:Minute[:Second]>. Without admin access the console rejects it.
What is SetTimeOfDay in ARK: Survival Ascended?: Sets the server's current time of day to a specified hour, minute, and optional second.
What is the SetTimeOfDay used for?: Use SetTimeOfDay to jump the server clock to any time you choose. Provide the time as hours and minutes (e.g., 13:15 for 1:15 PM), or include seconds for precision (e.g., 13:15:00).
What arguments does the SetTimeOfDay command take?: The SetTimeOfDay command takes one argument: hour:minute\[:second\] type: text. See the Arguments section on this page for what each one does.
Can I run the SetTimeOfDay command over RCON?: Yes. Send cheat SetTimeOfDay <Hour:Minute[:Second]> through RCON or your control-panel console. If the connection already runs with admin context, omit the leading "cheat". It works the same on hosted, self-hosted, and RCON setups.
How current is the SetTimeOfDay info?: The SetTimeOfDay entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 28, 2026. We track the live ARK: ASA build, so the details here reflect the current patch.
What is the syntax for the SetTimeOfDay command?: The syntax is cheat SetTimeOfDay <Hour:Minute[:Second]>. Open the admin console, paste it, replace any <placeholders> with real values, and press Enter. Verified against the current ARK: ASA build as of June 28, 2026.
Which game is the SetTimeOfDay from?: The SetTimeOfDay is from ARK: Survival Ascended. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to ARK: Survival Ascended and its current live build.