UK time vs China time
China is 8 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates). Local time now: –.
| UK time | China (UK winter) | China (UK summer) |
|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 14:00 | 13:00 |
| 09:00 | 17:00 | 16:00 |
| 12:00 | 20:00 | 19:00 |
| 15:00 | 23:00 | 22:00 |
| 18:00 | 02:00 (next day) | 01:00 (next day) |
| 21:00 | 05:00 (next day) | 04:00 (next day) |
Convert a specific time
Use the time difference calculator → It handles the weeks when the clocks change on different dates.
Related questions
Common questions
What is the time difference between the UK and China?
China is 8 hours ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 7 hours ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).
Is China ahead of or behind the UK?
8 hours ahead in UK winter, 7 hours ahead in UK summer.
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