Central European Time to US Pacific Time
Convert times between Central European Time (CET, UTC+1:00) and US Pacific Time (PST, UTC-8:00). US Pacific Time is 9 hours behind Central European Time in standard time.
UTC+1:00 / +2:00→UTC-8:00 / -7:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central European Time | CET / CEST | UTC+1:00 | UTC+2:00 | France / Germany |
| US Pacific Time | PST / PDT | UTC-8:00 | UTC-7:00 | United States |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (CET → PST)
| Central European Time | US Pacific Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM CET | 3:00 PM (prev day) PST |
| 6:00 AM CET | 9:00 PM (prev day) PST |
| 9:00 AM CET | 12:00 AM PST |
| 12:00 PM CET | 3:00 AM PST |
| 3:00 PM CET | 6:00 AM PST |
| 6:00 PM CET | 9:00 AM PST |
| 9:00 PM CET | 12:00 PM PST |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- Central European Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to CEST (UTC+2:00) roughly from month 3 to 10.
- US Pacific Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to PDT (UTC-7:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert CET to PST?
Add (-9) hours to the CET time to get PST. For example, 9:00 AM CET = 12:00 AM PST.
What is the current UTC offset for Central European Time?
Central European Time is UTC+1:00 during standard time (CET) and UTC+2:00 during summer daylight saving time (CEST).
Is US Pacific Time ahead or behind Central European Time?
US Pacific Time is 9 hours behind Central European Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between CET and PST?
Due to the 9-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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