Current Time in Shanghai, China
Asia/Shanghai Time Zone — Live Clock
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Shanghai, China is currently at UTC+08:00, the same offset as Singapore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Shanghai, China right now?
The current local time in Shanghai, China is shown live at the top of this page. The clock uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone and updates every second for real-time accuracy.
What time zone is Shanghai, China in?
Shanghai, China follows the Asia/Shanghai time zone. The UTC offset may vary depending on daylight saving time (DST) observance in the region.
What are the sunrise and sunset times in Shanghai, China today?
Today's sunrise and sunset times for Shanghai, China are calculated from the geographic coordinates (latitude 31.2304, longitude 121.4737) and displayed above. Times update daily.
How do I convert Asia/Shanghai to my local time?
This page shows both your local time and Shanghai, China's time side by side, making conversion instant. You can also use our Time Zone Converter tool for more complex conversions.
Does Shanghai, China observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, Shanghai, China does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+08:00 year-round.
How long is the day in Shanghai, China today?
Today's daylight in Shanghai, China lasts about 11h 42m, based on sunrise at 5:52 AM and sunset at 5:34 PM local time. It's currently autumn in the northern hemisphere.