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PST to HKT Converter

HKT is 16 hours ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current HKT Time
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Asia/Hong_Kong
Time Diff
16h ahead
PST
UTC-8
HKT
UTC+8

PST to HKT Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to Hong Kong Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Hong Kong Time (HKT) are separated by a 16 hours time difference. HKT is 16 hours ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while HKT is UTC+8, used in Hong Kong, China.

When converting from PST to HKT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM PST equals 1:00 AM HKT, 12:00 PM noon PST equals 4:00 AM HKT, and 5:00 PM PST equals 9:00 AM HKT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across PST and HKT

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST and HKT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 16 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. HKT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+8 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 PST and HKT?
Hong Kong Time (HKT) is 16 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 4:00 AM in HKT.
How do I convert PST to HKT?
To convert PST to HKT, add 16 hours to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 1:00 AM HKT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or HKT observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). HKT 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 PST and HKT?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and HKT 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 HKT.
Is PST ahead or behind HKT?
PST (UTC-8) is 16 hours behind HKT (UTC+8). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while HKT corresponds to Asia/Hong_Kong.

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