Time Tools MCP Server

The Time Tools MCP Server fills a common gap in AI‑driven workflows: reliable, centralized handling of time and date calculations. In many applications, assistants need to report the current time, convert timestamps between formats, or compute elapsed durations without embedding complex logic in each prompt. This server exposes a clean set of time‑related tools that can be called from any MCP‑compatible client, ensuring consistent results across environments and eliminating the need for custom code in every integration.

At its core, the server offers straightforward utilities such as , , and various datetime conversions. Developers can retrieve the server’s timezone or current Unix timestamp, transform Unix timestamps into human‑readable strings in a chosen zone, and convert back to epoch values. The conversion tools support both standard and ISO 8601 formats, making it easy to interoperate with external APIs that expect one or the other. Because all conversions default to the server’s timezone unless overridden, developers can rely on a single source of truth for local time calculations.

Beyond basic conversions, the server includes higher‑level functions like , which calculates the difference between two datetime strings in a range of units—from milliseconds to years. This is particularly useful for scheduling, logging, or generating time‑based reports where precise duration metrics are required. The and tools provide instant snapshots of the current moment in the preferred format, enabling dynamic content generation that reflects real‑time data.

In practice, this MCP server is ideal for building chatbots that schedule reminders, generate time‑zone aware itineraries, or analyze logs across distributed systems. By delegating all date and time logic to the server, developers reduce boilerplate, avoid locale bugs, and keep their prompts focused on business logic rather than parsing. Integration is seamless: any MCP client can invoke the desired tool, receive a plain‑text response, and incorporate it directly into its output or further processing steps.

Unique advantages of the Time Tools MCP Server include its single‑point consistency—all clients see the same timezone and epoch calculations—and its extensibility: new time‑related functions can be added without changing client code. For teams building AI assistants that must operate reliably across regions, this server offers a lightweight, maintainable solution to the perennial challenge of time management.