Time in China
China has 2 time zones. Here's the time in each one now.
China Standard Time (UTC+8)
Includes Shanghai, Beijing and Shenzhen
Daylight saving: Not observed
UTC+6
Includes Ürümqi, Shihezi and Korla
Daylight saving: Not observed
- Time zones
- 2
- Daylight saving
- Not observed
- Capital
- Beijing
Compare China with your time
Your own time zone comes first, then China. Add teammates or more cities, then click an hour to plan a meeting.
Upcoming public holidays in China
- Friday 1 January 2027New Year's Day
- Friday 5 February 2027Chinese New Year's Eve
- Saturday 6 February 2027Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
- Sunday 7 February 2027Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
- Monday 8 February 2027Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
- Tuesday 9 February 2027Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) (observed)
Time in cities in China
Questions
How many time zones does China have?
China has 2 time zones: China Standard Time (UTC+8) and UTC+6.
Does China have daylight saving time?
China doesn't change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Updated Saturday 10 October 2026