Current Time in Guangzhou, China
Guangzhou currently observes China Standard Time (GMT+8, UTC+8).
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About Guangzhou
Guangzhou is a city in China. With a population of around 16 million, it is one of the world's largest cities. Guangzhou keeps Asia/Shanghai time (UTC+8). It shares this time zone with Shanghai and Beijing. Its main airport uses the IATA code CAN.
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Guangzhou time zone details
Guangzhou does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Guangzhou in?
Guangzhou is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC+8.
What is the current time in Guangzhou?
It is currently 5:36 AM on Friday, August 7, 2026 in Guangzhou, China.
Does Guangzhou observe daylight saving time?
Guangzhou does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Guangzhou today?
Sunrise today is at 5:59 AM and sunset at 7:05 PM, 13 hours 6 minutes of daylight.
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