Current Local Time in Chongqing
Chongqing, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Chongqing 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 Chongqing
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (28-38°C) and mild foggy winters (5-10°C). Known as one of China's "furnace cities".
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📍About Chongqing Time Zone
Chongqing is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Chongqing serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Chongqing is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Chongqing, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Chongqing does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Chongqing has a population of approximately 32M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Chongqing from abroad, use the country code +86 23. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Sichuanese.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Chongqing time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Chongqing well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Chongqing Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 29.56°, 106.55°
- • Calling Code: +86 23