Current Local Time in Xining
Xining, China (GMT+8)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Xining 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 Xining
☀️Climate
Semi-arid highland with cool summers (15-24°C) and cold winters (-10 to 2°C). High altitude (2,275m).
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📍About Xining Time Zone
Xining is located in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8). As a major metropolitan city in China, Xining serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Xining is 13 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Xining, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Xining does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+8.
Xining has a population of approximately 2.5M. The local currency is the Chinese Yuan (¥). To call Xining from abroad, use the country code +86 971. The primary language spoken is Mandarin, Tibetan.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Xining time is 13 hours ahead of New York, and 8 hours ahead of London. This makes Xining well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Xining Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai (UTC+8)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: China (CN)
- • Coordinates: 36.62°, 101.78°
- • Calling Code: +86 971