What time is it in China?

China uses China Standard Time (CST), which is UTC+8.

What is the best time to call China?

The best time to call China is during business hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST (UTC+8). Use our visual tool above to see the overlap with your local time.

Does China observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, China does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The time remains at UTC+8 year-round.

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Best Time to Call China

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Quick Reference

Country	🇨🇳 China
Primary Timezone	China Standard Time
Abbreviation	CST
UTC Offset	UTC+8
DST	No
Number of Time Zones	1
Business Hours	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

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