What time zone is Hangzhou in?

Hangzhou is in the China Standard Time timezone, abbreviated GMT+8, with a UTC offset of UTC+8.

What is the UTC offset for Hangzhou?

The UTC offset for Hangzhou is UTC+8 (GMT+8).

Does Hangzhou observe Daylight Saving Time?

Hangzhou does not currently observe Daylight Saving Time. The GMT+8 offset (UTC+8) stays constant all year.

What is the current local time in Hangzhou?

The current local time in Hangzhou, China can be seen live on this page. The city is in the China Standard Time timezone (GMT+8, UTC+8).

How do I convert Hangzhou time to other time zones?

Use the WorldTimePage Timezone Converter at https://worldtimepage.com/convert. Enter Hangzhou (GMT+8, UTC+8) as the source timezone and select your destination city or timezone.

Are Hangzhou and Chongqing on the same time?

Yes — both Hangzhou and Chongqing are in China and share the China Standard Time timezone (GMT+8, UTC+8). They follow the exact same local time, including any daylight saving transitions.

How many people live in Hangzhou?

Hangzhou has a population of approximately 12.2 million. It is located in China and observes the China Standard Time timezone (GMT+8, UTC+8).

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Current Time in Hangzhou

Q: What time is it in Hangzhou right now?

The current local time in Hangzhou is displayed live at the top of this page. Hangzhou observes the China Standard Time timezone (GMT+8, UTC+8).

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18:00:16

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

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See the exact local time in Hangzhou China. The live clock above updates every second.Hangzhou follows China Standard Time (GMT+8, UTC+8). Use the sections below for timezone details, UTC offset, DST status, and comparisons with other cities worldwide.

Current Local Time in Hangzhou

What Time Is It in Hangzhou Right Now?

The current local time in Hangzhou, China is 06:00:16 PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Hangzhou observes the China Standard Time timezone (GMT+8, UTC+8). The city is currently on standard GMT+8 time.

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Hangzhou Time Zone Information

UTC offset, DST status, and Hangzhou timezone details

Timezone: China Standard Time
UTC Offset: UTC+8
IANA Identifier: Asia/Shanghai

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed / not active
Country: 🇨🇳 China

Hangzhou maintains a stable UTC offset of UTC+8 year-round, making it easy to schedule international calls and meetings.

How to Compare Hangzhou Time With Other Cities

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Check the current local time in Hangzhou (GMT+8, UTC+8) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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Hangzhou Time Zone Information

Time Zone Details

Time Zone: GMT+8
Full Name: China Standard Time
UTC Offset: UTC+8
IANA Zone: Asia/Shanghai
Country: 🇨🇳 China
DST Active: No — Standard time is in effect

Hangzhou is located in China and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC+8. This timezone does not observe Daylight Saving Time.