Time difference between Seattle and Shanghai

Shanghai is 16 hours ahead of Seattle.

United States · Pacific Standard Time

4:30 PM

Wednesday, November 11, 2026

China · China Standard Time

8:30 AM

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Seattle to Shanghai time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Shanghai?

Shanghai is 16 hours ahead of Seattle. Seattle is on UTC−8 and Shanghai is on UTC+8.

What time is it in Shanghai when it is 9 AM in Seattle?

When it is 9:00 AM in Seattle, it is 1:00 AM the next day in Shanghai.

When is the best time to call Shanghai from Seattle?

The best time to call or meet is 5:00 PM–6:00 PM in Seattle (9:00 AM–10:00 AM in Shanghai), when both places are in normal office hours.

Which days are working days in both Seattle and Shanghai?

Both Seattle and Shanghai usually work Monday to Friday.

Does the time difference between Seattle and Shanghai change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 14, 2027, when Shanghai will be 15 hours ahead of Seattle.

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