Current Time in Beijing (Peking), China
Beijing is on China Standard Time – CST (UTC+8) right now. Beijing does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Beijing
Asia/Shanghai
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Time zone of Beijing
| Time zone | China Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | CST |
| UTC offset | UTC+8 |
| IANA time zone id | Asia/Shanghai |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Beijing and other cities
Daylight saving time in Beijing
Beijing does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+8 all year, so conversions never shift.
Beijing time FAQ
What time is it in Beijing right now?
Beijing is on CST (UTC+8). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Beijing, updated every second.
What time zone is Beijing in?
Beijing is in China Standard Time, abbreviated CST, UTC+8. Its IANA time zone id is Asia/Shanghai.
Does Beijing observe daylight saving time?
No. Beijing stays on UTC+8 all year.
What is the time difference between Beijing and New York?
New York is 13 hours behind Beijing.
Other cities in China
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.