Local Time in Guangzhou, China
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- Asia/Shanghai
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- Asia
Latest news in Guangzhou
- Ateneo Confucius Institute Explores Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen for 2026 China Summer CampAteneo de Manila University · 7h ago
- Vietnamese Naval Frigate Visits GuangzhouChina Military Online · 6h ago
- KLSTR and Golden Sea forge development agreementLSi Online · 7h ago
- China bets on faster state-backed projects to shore up growth, avoid broad stimulusReuters · 5d ago
- China Faces Massive Aviation Disruptions Across Major Cities; Here's WhyTravel and Leisure Asia · 8h ago
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Local Vibe
Guangzhou, also known as Canton, is the capital and largest city of Guangdong in southern China. Located on the Pearl River, about 120 kilometres (75 mi) northwest of Hong Kong and 145 kilometres (90 mi) north of Macau, Guangzhou has a history of over 2,200 years and was a major terminus of the Silk Road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is it in Guangzhou right now?
- The current time in Guangzhou, China is 12:58:52 AM (GMT+8), which is UTC+8.
- What time zone is Guangzhou in?
- Guangzhou uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone (IANA identifier), currently abbreviated GMT+8, UTC+8.
- Does Guangzhou observe daylight saving time?
- No. Guangzhou does not observe daylight saving time — its UTC offset stays at UTC+8 year-round.
- What is the UTC offset in Guangzhou?
- Guangzhou is currently UTC+8 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).