CST to PST Time Converter
Convert time from Central Standard Time (CST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) instantly. CST is UTC-06:00 and PST is UTC-08:00, with a time difference of 2 hours.
CST - Central Standard Time
Current CST Time:
UTC Offset: -06:00
PST - Pacific Standard Time
Current PST Time:
UTC Offset: -08:00
CST to PST Conversion Table
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About CST and PST
Central Standard Time (CST)
Central Standard Time (CST) is used in the central parts of North America, including major cities like Chicago, Dallas, and Mexico City. It is UTC-06:00 during standard time and UTC-05:00 during daylight saving time (CDT).
Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is observed in the western parts of North America, including California, Washington, and parts of Canada. It is UTC-08:00 during standard time and UTC-07:00 during daylight saving time (PDT).
Time Difference
The time difference between CST and PST is 2 hours. PST is 2 hours behind CST. When it's noon in Central Time, it's 10:00 AM in Pacific Time.
Daylight Saving Time
Central Time observes daylight saving time from March to November, switching between CST (UTC-06:00) and CDT (UTC-05:00). Pacific Time observes daylight saving time from March to November, switching between PST (UTC-08:00) and PDT (UTC-07:00).