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What time is it in China?
China has one time zone: China Standard Time (UTC+8). China does not use daylight saving time, so the clocks stay the same all year.
Time zones in China
China officially uses a single time zone, Beijing Time (UTC+8), across the whole country. In Xinjiang many people also use an unofficial local time two hours behind.
Questions
What time is it in China right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current time in China.
How many time zones does China have?
China has one time zone: China Standard Time (UTC+8). China officially uses a single time zone, Beijing Time (UTC+8), across the whole country. In Xinjiang many people also use an unofficial local time two hours behind.
Does China use daylight saving time?
China does not use daylight saving time, so the clocks stay the same all year.
What is the time difference between China and New York?
Right now China is 12 hours ahead of New York.
What is the time difference between China and London?
Right now China is 7 hours ahead of London.