City time
Current local time in Guangzhou, China
The current time in Guangzhou, China is 2:01:19 AM. If you are searching for time in Guangzhou now, Guangzhou time now, current time in Guangzhou, or wondering what time it is in Guangzhou right now, this page shows the live local time, UTC offset, time zone, and local date.
Current local time
July 6, 2026
Live time snapshot
Current time now in Guangzhou, China
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Abbreviation
- GMT+8
- UTC offset
- UTC+08:00
- Daylight saving time
- Not currently observed
Weather, daylight, and DST in Guangzhou
These local planning details help with travel days, outdoor tours, business calls, and event scheduling in Guangzhou, China.
Weather snapshot
26 C
Overcast · Summer
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise: 05:46 AM
Sunset: 07:16 PM
Day length: 13h 31m
DST transition
No upcoming daylight saving change was found for this time zone in the next 18 months.
Time and time zone in Guangzhou
The current local time in Guangzhou, China is 2:01:19 AM.
The Guangzhou time zone is Asia/Shanghai.
Guangzhou uses UTC offset UTC+08:00 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+8.
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Quick answers about time in Guangzhou
The current local time in Guangzhou, China is 2:01:19 AM.
The Guangzhou time zone is Asia/Shanghai.
Guangzhou uses UTC offset UTC+08:00 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+8.
What time is it in Guangzhou right now?
The current time in Guangzhou is 2:01:19 AM.
What time zone is Guangzhou in?
Guangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
What is the time in Guangzhou, China right now?
The live local time in Guangzhou, China is 2:01:19 AM.
What UTC offset does Guangzhou use?
Guangzhou currently uses UTC+08:00.
Time zone details for Guangzhou
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
UTC offset
UTC+08:00
Abbreviation
GMT+8
Daylight saving
Not currently observed
Guangzhou time now and China time zone
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Quick answers
- Guangzhou uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
- Guangzhou, Beijing, and the rest of mainland China use the same official time.
- China does not currently observe daylight saving time.
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Editorial city time guide
Planning with Guangzhou local time
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Source basis: IANA time zone data, live conversion, daylight data, weather context, and editorial review.
Guangzhou time matters for trade, manufacturing calls, Canton Fair planning, airport arrivals, rail links, and hotel coordination.
Right now, Guangzhou, China is shown as 2:01:19 AM on July 6, 2026, using Asia/Shanghai with the current offset UTC+08:00.
Guangzhou follows China Standard Time and does not currently observe daylight saving time.
Travel timing
Use Guangzhou local time for Baiyun airport transfers, hotel check-in, factory visits, train departures, and trade-show appointments.
Business timing
Guangzhou has strong overlap with Asia-Pacific business hours and limited live overlap with North America.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Thinking Guangzhou has a different time from Beijing or Shanghai.
- Forgetting next-day differences on North American calls.
- Scheduling supplier calls without confirming China local business hours.
Extra quick answers
Is Guangzhou time the same as Beijing time?
Yes. Guangzhou uses the same official time as Beijing.
Does Guangzhou observe daylight saving time?
Guangzhou does not currently observe daylight saving time.
Planning calls and travel with Guangzhou time
Meeting planning
Compare the time in Guangzhou with other cities before arranging international calls and team meetings.
Travel timing
Use the live local time in Guangzhou when planning arrivals, departures, and transport schedules.
Business hours
Check the local time in Guangzhou before calling hotels, offices, clients, or local contacts.
Practical time planning for Guangzhou, China
Use this section when you need more than the current clock. It shows how Guangzhou, China lines up with common business and travel reference points right now, using the active offset UTC+08:00.
| Reference place | Local time now | Compared with Guangzhou, China |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Sun 2:01 PM | Guangzhou, China is 12 hours ahead |
| London | Sun 7:01 PM | Guangzhou, China is 7 hours ahead |
| Lagos | Sun 7:01 PM | Guangzhou, China is 7 hours ahead |
| Dubai | Sun 10:01 PM | Guangzhou, China is 4 hours ahead |
| Tokyo | Mon 3:01 AM | Guangzhou, China is 1 hour behind |
Best use cases
For calls, use the comparison table as a quick screen, then confirm a date-specific slot in the meeting planner. This matters most when either side observes daylight saving time.
How this page is calculated
City clocks use IANA time zone identifiers, browser internationalization data, and the current date so seasonal offset changes are reflected automatically.
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Frequently asked questions about time in Guangzhou
What time zone is Guangzhou in?
Guangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
What time is it in Guangzhou right now?
The current local time in Guangzhou is 2:01:19 AM.
Which cities share the same time as Guangzhou?
Cities using the same time zone and UTC offset as Guangzhou may currently share the same local time.
What UTC offset does Guangzhou use?
Guangzhou currently uses UTC+08:00.