Current Local Time in Changsha
Changsha, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Changsha follows China Standard Time (CST), which is UTC+8. The city does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset remains constant year-round.
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⏰Time Zone Facts
Asia/ShanghaiData: IANA Time Zone Database
🏢Business Hours in Changsha
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (28-35°C) and cool winters (3-10°C). Rainy in spring.
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📍About Changsha Time Zone
Changsha is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Changsha serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Changsha is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Changsha, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Changsha does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Changsha has a population of approximately 10M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Changsha from abroad, use the country code +86 731. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Xiang.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Changsha time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Changsha well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Changsha Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 28.23°, 112.94°
- • Calling Code: +86 731