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IST to HST Converter

HST is 15 hours and 30 minutes behind IST

Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
15h 30m behind
IST
UTC+5:30
HST
UTC-10

IST to HST Conversion Table

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

IST to HST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
IST HST
12:00 AM 8:30 AM -1d
1:00 AM 9:30 AM -1d
2:00 AM 10:30 AM -1d
3:00 AM 11:30 AM -1d
4:00 AM 12:30 PM -1d
5:00 AM 1:30 PM -1d
6:00 AM 2:30 PM -1d
7:00 AM 3:30 PM -1d
8:00 AM 4:30 PM -1d
9:00 AM 5:30 PM -1d
10:00 AM 6:30 PM -1d
11:00 AM 7:30 PM -1d
12:00 PM 8:30 PM -1d
1:00 PM 9:30 PM -1d
2:00 PM 10:30 PM -1d
3:00 PM 11:30 PM -1d
4:00 PM 12:30 AM
5:00 PM 1:30 AM
6:00 PM 2:30 AM
7:00 PM 3:30 AM
8:00 PM 4:30 AM
9:00 PM 5:30 AM
10:00 PM 6:30 AM
11:00 PM 7:30 AM

Converting India Standard Time to Hawaii Standard Time

India Standard Time (IST) and Hawaii Standard Time (HST) are separated by a 15 hours and 30 minutes time difference. HST is 15 hours and 30 minutes behind IST. IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka, while HST is UTC-10, used in United States.

When converting from IST to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM IST equals 5:30 PM HST, 12:00 PM noon IST equals 8:30 PM HST, and 5:00 PM IST equals 1:30 AM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across IST and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between IST 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 15 hours and 30 minutes 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

IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC+5:30 year-round. HST does not observe DST, staying at UTC-10 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between IST and HST?
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is 15 hours and 30 minutes behind India Standard Time (IST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in IST, it is 8:30 PM in HST.
How do I convert IST to HST?
To convert IST to HST, subtract 15 hours and 30 minutes from the IST time. For example, 9:00 AM IST is 5:30 PM HST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does IST or HST observe Daylight Saving Time?
IST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. 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 IST and HST?
The best time to schedule a call between IST and HST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in IST, 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 IST ahead or behind HST?
IST (UTC+5:30) is 15 hours and 30 minutes ahead of HST (UTC-10). IST corresponds to the IANA time zone Asia/Kolkata, while HST corresponds to Pacific/Honolulu.

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