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CET to HST Converter

HST is 11 hours behind CET

Current CET Time
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Europe/Berlin
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
11h behind
CET
UTC+1
HST
UTC-10

CET to HST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in HST

CET to HST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CET HST
12:00 AM 1:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 2:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 3:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 4:00 PM -1d
4:00 AM 5:00 PM -1d
5:00 AM 6:00 PM -1d
6:00 AM 7:00 PM -1d
7:00 AM 8:00 PM -1d
8:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
9:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
10:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
11:00 AM 12:00 AM
12:00 PM 1:00 AM
1:00 PM 2:00 AM
2:00 PM 3:00 AM
3:00 PM 4:00 AM
4:00 PM 5:00 AM
5:00 PM 6:00 AM
6:00 PM 7:00 AM
7:00 PM 8:00 AM
8:00 PM 9:00 AM
9:00 PM 10:00 AM
10:00 PM 11:00 AM
11:00 PM 12:00 PM

Converting Central European Time to Hawaii Standard Time

Central European Time (CET) and Hawaii Standard Time (HST) are separated by a 11 hours time difference. HST is 11 hours behind CET. CET is UTC+1, used in Germany, France, Italy, while HST is UTC-10, used in United States.

When converting from CET to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CET equals 10:00 PM HST, 12:00 PM noon CET equals 1:00 AM HST, and 5:00 PM CET equals 6:00 AM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CET and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CET and HST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 11 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2) during summer months. HST does not observe DST, staying at UTC-10 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CET and HST?
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is 11 hours behind Central European Time (CET). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CET, it is 1:00 AM in HST.
How do I convert CET to HST?
To convert CET to HST, subtract 11 hours from the CET time. For example, 9:00 AM CET is 10:00 PM HST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CET or HST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CET observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CEST (UTC+2). HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CET and HST?
The best time to schedule a call between CET and HST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CET, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in HST.
Is CET ahead or behind HST?
CET (UTC+1) is 11 hours ahead of HST (UTC-10). CET corresponds to the IANA time zone Europe/Berlin, while HST corresponds to Pacific/Honolulu.

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