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Current Time in Shanghai, China

Shanghai, China is currently on GMT+8 (UTC+8). Shanghai does not observe Daylight Saving Time; the offset stays fixed at UTC+8 year-round. Use the live clock above for the exact current time, or the meeting planner to find the best call window with any other city.

Shanghai Timezone Details

Timezone: Asia/Shanghai  Current offset: UTC+8  DST: Not observed (fixed offset)

Shanghai Time vs Major World Cities

The table below shows the current time difference between Shanghai and five major global cities, plus the equivalent local time in each hub when it is 9:00 AM in Shanghai.

CityDifferenceWhen 9 AM in ShanghaiBusiness Overlap (your time)
London, UK7 hrs behind2:00 AM4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
New York, USA12 hrs behind9:00 PMNo overlap
Dubai, UAE4 hrs behind5:00 AM1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Tokyo, Japan1 hr ahead10:00 AM9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sydney, Australia2 hrs ahead11:00 AM9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Best Time to Call Shanghai from Major Cities

To reach someone in Shanghai during their business hours (9 AM – 5 PM local time), call from:

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is it in Shanghai right now?

Shanghai, China is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone, currently at UTC+8. The live clock above updates every second with the exact local time.

What timezone is Shanghai in?

Shanghai is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone. The current UTC offset is UTC+8. Shanghai does not observe Daylight Saving Time — the offset stays at UTC+8 all year.

Does Shanghai observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Shanghai does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The timezone stays at UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) all year.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and London?

London is 7 hrs behind Shanghai. When it is 9:00 AM in Shanghai, it is 2:00 AM in London.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and New York?

New York is 12 hrs behind Shanghai. When it is 9:00 AM in Shanghai, it is 9:00 PM in New York.

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