Current Local Time in Dalian
Dalian, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Dalian 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 Dalian
☀️Climate
Humid continental with warm summers (22-28°C) and cold winters (-5 to 3°C). Sea moderates temperatures.
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📍About Dalian Time Zone
Dalian is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Dalian serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Dalian is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Dalian, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Dalian does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Dalian has a population of approximately 7.5M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Dalian from abroad, use the country code +86 411. The primary language spoken is Mandarin.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Dalian time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Dalian well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Dalian Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 38.91°, 121.60°
- • Calling Code: +86 411