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HST to PST Converter

PST is 2 hours ahead of HST

Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Time Diff
2h ahead
HST
UTC-10
PST
UTC-8
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM HST (6h)

HST to PST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Hawaii Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time

Hawaii Standard Time (HST) and Pacific Standard Time (PST) are separated by a 2 hours time difference. PST is 2 hours ahead of HST. HST is UTC-10, used in United States, while PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada.

When converting from HST to PST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM HST equals 11:00 AM PST, 12:00 PM noon HST equals 2:00 PM PST, and 5:00 PM HST equals 7:00 PM PST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across HST and PST

For professionals scheduling meetings between HST and PST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 2 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC-10 year-round. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). 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 HST and PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 2 hours ahead of Hawaii Standard Time (HST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in HST, it is 2:00 PM in PST.
How do I convert HST to PST?
To convert HST to PST, add 2 hours to the HST time. For example, 9:00 AM HST is 11:00 AM PST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does HST or PST observe Daylight Saving Time?
HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. PST observes DST, switching to PDT (UTC-7). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between HST and PST?
The best time to schedule a call between HST and PST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in HST, 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 PST.
Is HST ahead or behind PST?
HST (UTC-10) is 2 hours behind PST (UTC-8). HST corresponds to the IANA time zone Pacific/Honolulu, while PST corresponds to America/Los_Angeles.

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