CST to PST Converter

Convert Central Time to Pacific Time. As of October 12, 2026, PT (PDT) is 2 hours behind CT (CDT).

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Click an hour to convert it. Rows show each city’s local time.

How to use the CST to PST Converter

  1. Enter a CST time. Set the date and time in Central Time.
  2. Read the PST time. The Pacific Time equivalent appears instantly, with DST notes.
  3. Compare more cities. Add cities to the hour grid or click an hour to convert it.

Central Time vs Pacific Time time difference in 2026

Dates (2026)PT vs CT
Jan 1 – Dec 31−2 hours

CST to PST conversion table (October 12, 2026)

CT (CDT)PT (PDT)
12:00 AM10:00 PM (−1 day)
1:00 AM11:00 PM (−1 day)
2:00 AM12:00 AM
3:00 AM1:00 AM
4:00 AM2:00 AM
5:00 AM3:00 AM
6:00 AM4:00 AM
7:00 AM5:00 AM
8:00 AM6:00 AM
9:00 AM7:00 AM
10:00 AM8:00 AM
11:00 AM9:00 AM
12:00 PM10:00 AM
1:00 PM11:00 AM
2:00 PM12:00 PM
3:00 PM1:00 PM
4:00 PM2:00 PM
5:00 PM3:00 PM
6:00 PM4:00 PM
7:00 PM5:00 PM
8:00 PM6:00 PM
9:00 PM7:00 PM
10:00 PM8:00 PM
11:00 PM9:00 PM

Highlighted rows fall within 9 AM–5 PM in both zones. Times for other dates may differ around DST changes; use the converter above.

What your results mean

In this page’s name, CST stands for Central Time (America/Chicago) and PST for Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles); the labels are used year-round as search terms. The converter uses each zone’s rules for the date you pick, so it shows CDT or PDT automatically when daylight saving time applies.

Tips

  • Central Time is used in Texas, Illinois, Minnesota, Louisiana, much of the Midwest and Manitoba.
  • Pacific Time is used in California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada and British Columbia.
  • Also see PST to EST, EST to PST, CST to EST, PST to CST.

Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between CST and PST?

As of October 12, 2026, Pacific Time is 2 hours behind CT (CDT) (CDT UTC−5 vs PDT UTC−7). The difference stays the same all year.

What is 9 AM CST in PST?

On October 12, 2026, 9:00 AM CT (CDT) is 7:00 AM PT (PDT). The result can shift by an hour on dates when only one side is on daylight saving time; the converter above uses the rules for the date you pick.

Does CST observe daylight saving time?

Yes. Central Time switches between CST (UTC−6) and CDT (UTC−5); in 2026 clocks change on March 8 at 2:00 AM and November 1 at 2:00 AM local time.

Does PST observe daylight saving time?

Yes. Pacific Time switches between PST (UTC−8) and PDT (UTC−7); in 2026 clocks change on March 8 at 2:00 AM and November 1 at 2:00 AM local time.

When do CST and PST business hours overlap?

On October 12, 2026, 9-to-5 hours overlap from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM CT (CDT) (6 hours).

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