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Meizhou

Current time in Meizhou

08:56
Friday, 23 October · CST, UTC+08:00
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Meizhou, Guangdong, China uses Asia/Shanghai, currently CST (UTC+08:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.

Meizhou is a city in China, home to around 992,400 people. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.

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22°C Clear sky
Feels 23° · 67% humidity · 11 km/h wind
Time zone
UTC offset
UTC+08:00
Country
🇨🇳 China
Population
992,351
Calling code
+86
Currency
CNY

Meizhou vs. other major cities

Shift date & time
−12h+12h

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    Sunrise / sunset
    06:15 / 17:43
    Day length
    11h 28m

    Meizhou, beyond the clock

    Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.

    Where to stay

    Neighborhood guide

    The central districts keep markets, transit, and lodging within a manageable distance, while outlying areas extend toward the surrounding hills. Staying centrally suits most visitors, particularly those interested in nearby Hakka heritage sites.

    What to see

    Timed to the light

    The distinctive traditional round and square dwellings found in the surrounding countryside are best visited in the cooler, drier months. The city center's streets and parks offer an easy way to spend a few hours between excursions.

    Weather & daylight

    October

    Sunrise
    06:15
    Sunset
    17:43
    Daylight
    11h 28m
    Getting around

    Transit notes

    Buses and taxis cover the main routes, with the central area also manageable on foot. Reaching the surrounding heritage sites generally calls for a car or organized tour.

    Best time to visit

    Seasons & timing

    The subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and mild winters, making spring and autumn generally the most comfortable seasons for travel. Summer also brings the heaviest rainfall of the year.

    Currency & language

    🇨🇳 CNY

    China uses the CNY, calling code +86.

    China's currency is the yuan (renminbi), and Mandarin Chinese is the primary language, with the local Hakka dialect also widely spoken. Mobile payment apps are widely used for everyday purchases.

    Common questions

    What time zone is Meizhou in?
    Meizhou uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone, currently CST (UTC+08:00).
    Does Meizhou observe daylight saving time?
    No clock changes are scheduled for Meizhou in the next year.
    How many hours ahead or behind is Meizhou?
    Meizhou is 8 hours ahead of UTC, 12 hours ahead of New York City, 7 hours ahead of London and 1 hour behind Tokyo.