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PST to GMT Converter

GMT is 8 hours ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current GMT Time
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Europe/London
Time Diff
8h ahead
PST
UTC-8
GMT
UTC+0

PST to GMT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) are separated by a 8 hours time difference. GMT is 8 hours ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while GMT is UTC+0, used in United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal.

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

Scheduling Across PST and GMT

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST and GMT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 8 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

PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7) during summer months. GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). 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 PST and GMT?
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is 8 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 8:00 PM in GMT.
How do I convert PST to GMT?
To convert PST to GMT, add 8 hours to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 5:00 PM GMT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or GMT observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). GMT observes DST, switching to BST (UTC+1). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between PST and GMT?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and GMT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in PST, 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 GMT.
Is PST ahead or behind GMT?
PST (UTC-8) is 8 hours behind GMT (UTC+0). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while GMT corresponds to Europe/London.

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