Current Local Time in Suzhou
Suzhou, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Suzhou 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 Suzhou
☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot summers (28-34°C) and cool winters (2-8°C). Rainy season June-July.
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📍About Suzhou Time Zone
Suzhou is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Suzhou serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Suzhou is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Suzhou, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Suzhou does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Suzhou has a population of approximately 10.7M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Suzhou from abroad, use the country code +86 512. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Wu.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Suzhou time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Suzhou well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Suzhou Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 31.30°, 120.62°
- • Calling Code: +86 512