When does Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 Downtime Start?
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 downtime for the v30.00 update starts May 24th. Check out the start and estimated end times here.
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3: Wrecked is arriving soon with the sandstorm live event nearing its end. This Wrecked season, with its collaboration with Fallout, promises new content like vehicles, skins, and more. However, there will be a period of server downtime right before the new season starts. This article breaks down the downtime start and estimated end time for the upcoming Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3.
Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3 Downtime Schedule
The downtime for the v30.00 update begins on May 24, 2024, at 2:00 AM ET. Matchmaking will be disabled shortly before this, preventing you from joining new matches as the countdown hits zero. Ensure you have enough space for the larger download size.
The downtime typically lasts 8 to 10 hours, though issues can potentially extend it further. For the previous season, Epic Games encountered problems that added an extra 6 hours to the maintenance period.
When Can You Play Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3?
If everything goes as planned, Fortnite should be back online by around 10 AM ET on May 24, 2024. However, be ready for potentially long wait times as many players will rush to dive into Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 3.
Check this table for the downtime start and estimated end times in your local region:
| Time Zone | Start Time | Estimated End Time |
| Pacific Time | 11 PM on May 23 | 7 AM – 9 AM on May 24 |
| Eastern Time | 2 AM on May 24 | 10 AM – 12 PM on May 24 |
| Greenwich Mean Time | 7 AM on May 24 | 3 PM – 5 PM on May 24 |
| Central European Time | 8 AM on May 24 | 4 PM – 6 PM on May 24 |
| Japan Standard Time | 3 PM on May 24 | 11 PM on May 24 – 1 AM on May 25 |
| Australia Sydney Time | 4 PM on May 24 | 12 AM – 2 AM on May 25 |
While these are the projected windows, the actual downtime could be shorter or longer depending on any complications during the update process. Be sure to check Fortnite’s status channels for the latest information once downtime begins.
The new Fortnite Wrecked season with its wastelands and Fallout theme looks exciting! A little extra downtime is worth it to get all the new content.
Stay tuned for upcoming updates and check out other quest guides or content you can explore before Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2 concludes.
