Where to stay
Neighborhood guide
Central coastal districts keep beaches, shopping, and transit access within convenient reach of each other. Outer districts are more spread out and generally require a bus or taxi ride into the center.
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Yantai, Shandong, China uses Asia/Shanghai, currently CST (UTC+08:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Yantai ranks among the biggest cities in China, home to around 7.1 million people. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
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Time zone
UTC offset
UTC+08:00
Country
🇨🇳 China
Population
7,102,100
Calling code
+86
Currency
CNY
Yantai vs. other major cities
Shift date & time
−12h+12h
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- Sunrise / sunset
- 06:07 / 17:10
- Day length
- 11h 3m
Yantai, beyond the clock
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
What to see
Timed to the light
The coastal promenade and nearby beaches are pleasant to explore, especially in the milder months when the maritime climate keeps conditions more moderate than inland northern China. Summer draws visitors to the coast, while spring and autumn are quieter.
Weather & daylight
October
- Sunrise
- 06:07
- Sunset
- 17:10
- Daylight
- 11h 3m
Getting around
Transit notes
Buses and taxis cover the main districts, with ride-hailing apps available for more direct trips. Central coastal areas are pleasant to explore on foot in comfortable weather.
Best time to visit
Seasons & timing
Summer is warm and popular for the coast, tempered by sea breezes, while spring and autumn bring milder, quieter conditions. Winters are cold but generally milder than the region's inland areas.
Currency & language
🇨🇳 CNY
China uses the CNY, calling code +86.
China uses the renminbi, quoted in yuan, and Mandarin Chinese is the official language spoken throughout the region. A polite, measured approach suits this coastal city.
Common questions
What time zone is Yantai in?
Yantai uses the Asia/Shanghai time zone, currently CST (UTC+08:00).
Does Yantai observe daylight saving time?
No clock changes are scheduled for Yantai in the next year.
How many hours ahead or behind is Yantai?
Yantai is 8 hours ahead of UTC, 12 hours ahead of New York City, 7 hours ahead of London and 1 hour behind Tokyo. Relative to your own clock: .