🇨🇳 Current Time in China

Country Overview

Country Code

CN

Capital

Beijing

Continent

Asia

Population

1.4B

Time Zones (2)

• Asia/Shanghai (Primary)
• Asia/Urumqi

Major Cities in China

• Shanghai — CST UTC+8
• Beijing (Capital) — CST UTC+8
• Guangzhou — CST UTC+8
• Shenzhen — CST UTC+8

Nearby Countries

• 🇦🇫 Afghanistan — Asia
• 🇦🇲 Armenia — Asia
• 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan — Asia
• 🇧🇭 Bahrain — Asia
• 🇧🇩 Bangladesh — Asia
• 🇧🇹 Bhutan — Asia
• 🇧🇳 Brunei — Asia
• 🇰🇭 Cambodia — Asia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is China in?

China spans 2 time zones. The primary timezone (used in the capital Beijing) is Asia/Shanghai.

What is the current time in China?

The live clock on this page shows the real-time current local time in Beijing, China. It updates every second.

Does China observe Daylight Saving Time?

DST observance in China depends on local regulations. The live clock above automatically reflects any DST adjustments currently in effect.

What is the capital of China?

The capital of China is Beijing.

How many time zones does China have?

China has 2 time zones: Asia/Shanghai, Asia/Urumqi.

What are the major cities in China?

Major cities in China include Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen.

What continent is China in?

China is located in Asia.

What is the population of China?

China has an estimated population of 1.4B.

What is the country code for China?

The ISO country code for China is CN.

Can I convert China's time to another time zone?

Yes! Use the time converter tools on BuddyClock to convert time from Beijing to any other city or time zone worldwide.