Current Local Time in Jinan
Jinan, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Jinan 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 Jinan
☀️Climate
Humid continental with hot summers (27-32°C) and cold winters (-3 to 5°C). Four distinct seasons.
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📍About Jinan Time Zone
Jinan is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Jinan serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Jinan is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Jinan, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Jinan does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Jinan has a population of approximately 9.2M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Jinan from abroad, use the country code +86 531. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Ji-Lu.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Jinan time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Jinan well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Jinan Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 36.65°, 116.98°
- • Calling Code: +86 531