Current Local Time in Shantou
Shantou, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Shantou 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 Shantou
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot summers (28-33°C) and mild winters (12-18°C). Typhoon risk in summer.
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📍About Shantou Time Zone
Shantou is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Shantou serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Shantou is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Shantou, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Shantou does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Shantou has a population of approximately 5.6M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Shantou from abroad, use the country code +86 754. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Teochew.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Shantou time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Shantou well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Shantou Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 23.35°, 116.68°
- • Calling Code: +86 754