MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool

What is MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool?

MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool is a minimal Model Context Protocol server built with the mcp-golang framework. It exposes a single tool that returns the current date and time in UTC, intended for use with AI assistants such as Cursor.

How to use MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool?

Install Go, clone or obtain the source files, run go mod tidy, build with go build -o mcp-datetime-server, then execute ./mcp-datetime-server. Alternatively, use Docker Compose. To integrate with an AI assistant (e.g., Cursor), add an entry in the assistant’s MCP configuration JSON with the absolute path to the compiled executable.

Key features of MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool

• Provides current UTC datetime via the current_utc_datetime tool.
• Runs locally with Go or using Docker Compose.
• Simple stdio transport for easy integration.
• Minimal code and configuration footprint.

Use cases of MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool

• Querying the current UTC time through an AI chat interface.
• Verifying a timestamp in a development or automation context.
• Demonstrating MCP tool creation with the mcp-golang framework.

FAQ from MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool

What does the current_utc_datetime tool return?

It returns the current date and time in UTC, formatted as an ISO 8601 string (e.g., 2023-10-27T10:30:00Z).

How do I run MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool locally?

Ensure Go is installed, run go mod tidy, then go build -o mcp-datetime-server followed by ./mcp-datetime-server. The server prints a start message and waits for requests.

What transport does this MCP server use?

It uses stdio transport, which is configured by pointing the AI assistant to the compiled executable’s absolute path.

Does the server require any authentication or environment variables?

No. The README shows an empty "env": {} in the configuration example and does not mention any authentication requirements.

Can I use MCP Server with UTC Datetime Tool with assistants other than Cursor?

The README only provides configuration instructions for Cursor. Other MCP‑compatible assistants should work if they support stdio servers, but the documentation does not cover them.