Guangzhou
What time is it in China
About Guangzhou
Guangzhou, also known as Canton, is the capital and largest city of Guangdong in southern China. It stands on the Pearl River, about 120 kilometres northwest of Hong Kong and 145 kilometres north of Macau. The city has a history of more than 2,200 years and was a major terminus of the Silk Road. For a long time it was the only Chinese port open to Europeans, until the British captured it in the First Opium War. Clocks in Guangzhou do not change, and the offset is UTC+8 all year. Beijing and Singapore have the same time all year. New York is 13 hours behind Guangzhou in January and 12 hours behind in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Guangzhou change its clocks in summer?+
No. Guangzhou stays on UTC+8 all year, so there is no summer time and the offset is the same in January and July.
Which cities use the same time as Guangzhou?+
Beijing and Singapore are both on UTC+8 all year round, so they show the same time as Guangzhou throughout the year.
How far ahead of New York is Guangzhou?+
Guangzhou leads New York by 13 hours in January and by 12 hours in July. The gap is smaller in summer because New York is on UTC-4 instead of UTC-5.
How far is Guangzhou from Hong Kong?+
Guangzhou is about 120 kilometres northwest of Hong Kong and 145 kilometres north of Macau. The city is located on the Pearl River.
How old is Guangzhou?+
Guangzhou has a history of over 2,200 years and was a major terminus of the Silk Road. For a long time it was the only Chinese port accessible to Europeans.