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Beijing to New York City Time Difference

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New York City is 12 hours behind Beijing

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6:33:42 AM
Tue, Jul 21
CST(UTC+8)
6:33:42 PM
Mon, Jul 20
EDT(UTC-4)

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CN flagBeijing, China

6:33:42am
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2026
CST(UTC+8)

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Time zoneCST
UTC offsetUTC+8
Daylight Saving TimeNot Observed
Next changeNo upcoming shift on record
Destination cityUnited States flagUnited States โ€ข EDT

US flagNew York City, United States

New York City is in New York
6:33:42pm
Monday, Jul 20, 2026
EDT(UTC-4)

Weather in New York City now

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Time zoneEDT
UTC offsetUTC-4
Daylight Saving TimeCurrently observing DST
March
8
Sun
2026
Latest change: Summer time started
Switched to UTC -4 / Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
The time was set forward one hour from 03:00AM to 04:00AM local time on March 8, 2026 at 3:00 am.
November
1
Sun
2026
Next change: Winter time starts
Switching to UTC -5 / Eastern Standard Time (EST).
The time will be set back one hour from 02:00AM to 01:00AM local time on November 1, 2026 at 1:00 am.

Beijing and New York City โ€” Current Time Difference

New York City is 12 hours behind Beijing. Beijing operates on CST (UTC+8), while New York City uses EDT (UTC-4).

With a 12-hour time difference, Beijing mornings align with late nights in New York City. Asynchronous communication and advance planning work best for this pair.

Best Meeting Times Between Beijing and New York City

For teams across Beijing and New York City, Beijing early mornings (8-10 AM) correspond to late evening in New York City (around 12 PM), while New York City mornings align with Beijing evenings. Teams often rely on recorded updates and asynchronous tools for daily collaboration.

Use the interactive meeting planner and quick reference table below to find exact overlapping hours for your schedule.

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About Beijing and New York City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Beijing & New York City

What is the Beijing to New York City time difference?

The live clocks and comparison above show the current Beijing to New York City time difference. Beijing uses Asia/Shanghai, while New York City uses America/New_York. Because the cities can follow different daylight saving schedules, their time difference can change during the year.

What time is 9:00 AM in Beijing in New York City?

Use the date-aware time converter on this page: set Beijing to 9:00 AM and choose the date you need. It will show the corresponding New York City time using the timezone and daylight saving rules in effect on that date.

How do I convert Beijing time to New York City time?

Enter a Beijing date and time in the world clock converter. The page converts it to New York City, preserves the correct calendar day, and applies the relevant timezone and daylight saving rules automatically.

Do Beijing and New York City observe Daylight Saving Time?

Beijing uses Asia/Shanghai, and New York City uses America/New_York. Their daylight saving rules can differ by location and date. Check the transition details on this page or the time zone directory before planning around a clock change.

What is the best meeting time between Beijing and New York City?

The best meeting time depends on working hours in both cities. Use the findtime.io meeting planner on this page to identify overlapping business hours and share a date-aware time with attendees.
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