What Time is it in Shanghai Right Now?
Live local time in Shanghai, China — updates every second.
China Standard Time · UTC+8
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UTC+8
Timezone
China Standard Time
UTC Offset
UTC+8
Daylight Saving
No
Country
China
Daylight Saving Time
Shanghai does not observe daylight saving time. The offset is fixed at UTC+8 year-round — no spring-forward or fall-back.
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FAQ — Time in Shanghai
What time is it in Shanghai right now?
The current local time in Shanghai is shown live on this page. Shanghai is in the China Standard Time timezone (UTC+8).
What timezone is Shanghai in?
Shanghai, China is in the China Standard Time timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC+8.
Does Shanghai observe daylight saving time?
No, Shanghai does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset is fixed at UTC+8 year-round.
What is the UTC offset of Shanghai?
Shanghai is at UTC+8 from UTC during standard (winter) time.
How do I convert the time from Shanghai to my timezone?
Use our Timezone Converter — enter the Shanghai timezone and your local timezone to calculate the time difference instantly.