PST to CST Time Converter
PST is 2 hours behind CST right now.
PST UTC−8 · CST UTC−6
PST → CST at a glance
| PST | CST |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 11:00 |
| 12:00 | 14:00 |
| 15:00 | 17:00 |
| 18:00 | 20:00 |
| 21:00 | 23:00 |
PST currently runs on UTC−8 and CST on UTC−6, so PST is 2 hours behind CST. PST is currently on standard time, and CST 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 09:00–16:00 PST 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 PST and CST
PST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November. CST 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 PST and CST?
PST is 2 hours behind CST right now (PST UTC−8, CST UTC−6).
Does PST or CST use daylight saving time?
PST is currently on standard time. CST is currently on standard time. The gap between them can change when either switches clocks.
What is 9 AM in PST in CST?
9:00 AM in PST is 11:00 in CST today.