Beijing, China
Monday, May 18, 2026 • UTC+8 (GMT+8)
The current local time in Beijing, China is 00:44:55.
Quick Facts
- Country
- China
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 18,960,744
- Coordinates
- 39.91° N, 116.40° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Currency
- Yuan Renminbi (CNY)
- Languages
- Chinese, Cantonese, Wu Chinese, dta +2 more
- Country Area
- 9,596,960 km²
Time Difference Between Beijing and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 12h behind | |
| Time in London | 7h behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 1h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 2h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 4h behind | |
| Time in Singapore | Same time | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 15h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 6h behind |
Weather in Beijing
Current weather conditions in Beijing including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
25°C
Overcast
Humidity
50%
Wind
11.5 km/h
Visibility
15 km
25°
19°
20°
18°
26°
18°
25°
18°
20°
16°
Cities Near Beijing
- Time in Daxing20 km
- Time in Tongzhou23 km
- Time in Mentougou26 km
- Time in Liangxiang30 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Beijing
Popular Time Differences
- Time difference between Beijing and New York
- Time difference between Beijing and London
- Time difference between Beijing and Tokyo
- Time difference between Beijing and Sydney
- Time difference between Beijing and Dubai
- Time difference between Beijing and Singapore
- Time difference between Beijing and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Beijing and Paris
Map of Beijing
Map showing the location of Beijing at coordinates 39.9075, 116.39723.
About Beijing Time
Beijing is located in Asia, Chinaand follows the Asia/Shanghai time zone. The city has a population of approximately 18,960,744 people.
The current local time in Beijing is determined by the Asia/Shanghai time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Beijing, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beijing
What time zone is Beijing in?
Beijing is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (GMT+8) in China.
What is the current UTC offset for Beijing?
Beijing is currently at UTC+8.
Does Beijing observe daylight saving time?
No, Beijing does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+8) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Beijing?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Beijing, China, updated every second.