Beijing uses China Standard Time (CST) (Asia/Shanghai), which is UTC+8 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The city does not observe daylight saving time.
Does Beijing observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, Beijing does not observe daylight saving time. Local clocks stay on UTC+8 year-round.
What is the time difference between Beijing and major cities?
London (GMT/BST): Beijing is 7 hours behind London.
New York (EST/EDT): Beijing is 12 hours behind New York.
UTC (UTC): Beijing is 8 hours behind UTC.
What region is Beijing in?
Beijing is in Beijing. Browse nearby cities in China using the links below.
What is Beijing known for?
Beijing is a populated place in China, using China Standard Time (CST) (UTC+8) for local civil time. Coordinates: 39.9075°N, 116.39723°E.