MySQL SYSDATE() Function

The SYSDATE() function in MySQL retrieves the current date and time from the database server's system clock. This is very useful for adding timestamps to your data or for performing time-based calculations within your MySQL queries.

SYSDATE(): Definition and Usage

SYSDATE() is frequently used for logging events, tracking data modifications, or generating time-sensitive reports. The returned value represents the current datetime on the MySQL server. The format of the output can be a string (YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS) or a numeric value (YYYYMMDDHHMMSS), depending on the context of its use in your query.

Syntax

SYSDATE()
      

Examples

Getting the Current Date and Time

This query shows how to get the current datetime.

SELECT SYSDATE();
      

2024-11-20 11:53:47 (Example; the actual time will vary based on your server's clock)
      

Adding to the Current Timestamp

Adding 1 to the datetime value typically adds one day. The precise way that datetime arithmetic works depends on your MySQL server configuration.

SELECT SYSDATE() + 1;
      

2024-11-21 11:53:47 (Example; one day added to the current timestamp)