Current Time in Asia/Hong_Kong Time Zone
IANA Name: Asia/Hong_Kong
Standard Offset: UTC +08:00
Daylight Saving: No
Currently Observing DST: No ❌
The Asia/Hong_Kong time zone at a glance
| Right now | 19:32 on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| UTC offset | UTC+08:00 (8 hours ahead of UTC) |
| Abbreviation | HKT |
| Daylight saving | No - Same time all year |
| Region | Asia |
What time is it in Asia/Hong_Kong?
The current local time in the Asia/Hong_Kong zone is 19:32 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The clock above updates every second. This zone runs on HKT, which is UTC+08:00 - That's 8 hours ahead of UTC.
Does it change for daylight saving time?
No. Asia/Hong_Kong keeps the same offset all year. The clocks never move forward or back, so you do not have to worry about daylight saving changes here. New to clock changes? Read our plain-English guide to daylight saving time.
How to convert Asia/Hong_Kong time
Use the live clock for exact seconds, but for quick planning: 12:00 UTC = 20:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 01:00 UTC. These examples use today's HKT offset, so they automatically reflect whether daylight saving is active now.
Use Asia/Hong_Kong when software asks for a time zone
Asia/Hong_Kong is the exact IANA identifier for this rule set. Use it in calendars, code, schedules, and travel planning instead of only writing UTC+08:00, because a plain UTC offset does not describe daylight-saving rules or future legal changes.
Where is Asia/Hong_Kong time used?
It is the official local time in Hong Kong. Cities that use this zone include Fanling, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Kai Tak and Kowloon.
Best next checks for Asia/Hong_Kong
For a real-world meeting, compare Asia/Hong_Kong with a city page or use the time zone converter. For a reminder on your own device, set an online alarm after you confirm the local date and time.
💡 Tip: Setting up a call with someone in Hong Kong? Remember they are on UTC+08:00. Check the live clock above before you pick a time, then compare nearby city pages for local context.
The Asia/Hong_Kong time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Asia/Hong_Kong time zone?
Asia/Hong_Kong is a time zone in the Asia region. It runs on HKT, which is UTC+08:00.
What is the UTC offset of Asia/Hong_Kong?
Asia/Hong_Kong is UTC+08:00 right now - 8 hours ahead of UTC. It stays the same all year.
Does Asia/Hong_Kong use daylight saving time?
No. The clocks stay the same all year, with no daylight saving changes.
Which countries use Asia/Hong_Kong time?
It is used in Hong Kong.
How Alarm.now reads Asia/Hong_Kong
IANA rule set and current offset
Asia/Hong_Kong is treated as an IANA time-zone identifier, not just a short abbreviation. That means the page can connect the live clock to its UTC offset, standard abbreviation HKT, and any daylight-saving rule changes.
Best use cases
Use this page when software, calendars, or travel plans ask for the exact IANA zone. For a place-based view, follow the linked country and city clocks above, or compare zones with the time zone converter.