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PST to KST Converter

KST is 17 hours ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current KST Time
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Asia/Seoul
Time Diff
17h ahead
PST
UTC-8
KST
UTC+9

PST to KST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to Korea Standard Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Korea Standard Time (KST) are separated by a 17 hours time difference. KST is 17 hours ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while KST is UTC+9, used in South Korea.

When converting from PST to KST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM PST equals 2:00 AM KST, 12:00 PM noon PST equals 5:00 AM KST, and 5:00 PM PST equals 10:00 AM KST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across PST and KST

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST and KST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 17 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. KST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+9 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 KST?
Korea Standard Time (KST) is 17 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 5:00 AM in KST.
How do I convert PST to KST?
To convert PST to KST, add 17 hours to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 2:00 AM KST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or KST observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). KST 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 KST?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and KST 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 KST.
Is PST ahead or behind KST?
PST (UTC-8) is 17 hours behind KST (UTC+9). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while KST corresponds to Asia/Seoul.

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