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Shanghai

Shanghai Shi, China

22 Jun 2026

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China: common questions

What is the current time in Shanghai?

Shanghai 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 Shanghai observe Daylight Saving Time?

No, Shanghai does not observe daylight saving time. Local clocks stay on UTC+8 year-round.

What is the time difference between Shanghai and major cities?

London (GMT/BST): Shanghai is 7 hours behind London.

New York (EST/EDT): Shanghai is 12 hours behind New York.

UTC (UTC): Shanghai is 8 hours behind UTC.

What region is Shanghai in?

Shanghai is in Shanghai Shi. Browse nearby cities in China using the links below.

What is Shanghai known for?

Shanghai is a populated place in China, using China Standard Time (CST) (UTC+8) for local civil time. Coordinates: 31.22222°N, 121.45806°E.