CST to PST Time Converter
CST is 2 hours ahead of PST right now.
CST UTC−6 · PST UTC−8
CST → PST at a glance
| CST | PST |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 07:00 |
| 12:00 | 10:00 |
| 15:00 | 13:00 |
| 18:00 | 16:00 |
| 21:00 | 19:00 |
CST currently runs on UTC−6 and PST on UTC−8, so CST is 2 hours ahead of PST. CST is currently on standard time, and PST is currently on standard time. Because both cities follow their own clock rules, the 2 hours gap you see today can shift by an hour around the spring and autumn changeovers, which is why this page calculates every value live from the official time zone database instead of a fixed offset. For meetings, the best shared working window today is 11:00–18:00 CST time, when both offices are inside normal 09:00–18:00 hours. Use the planner above to drag across a range, compare more cities, then copy a summary or add the slot straight to Google Calendar.
Daylight saving in CST and PST
CST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November. PST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between CST and PST?
CST is 2 hours ahead of PST right now (CST UTC−6, PST UTC−8).
Does CST or PST use daylight saving time?
CST is currently on standard time. PST is currently on standard time. The gap between them can change when either switches clocks.
What is 9 AM in CST in PST?
9:00 AM in CST is 07:00 in PST today.