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CST to HST Converter

HST is 4 hours behind CST

Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
4h behind
CST
UTC-6
HST
UTC-10
Overlapping hours: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM CST (4h)

CST to HST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in HST

CST to HST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CST HST
12:00 AM 8:00 PM -1d
1:00 AM 9:00 PM -1d
2:00 AM 10:00 PM -1d
3:00 AM 11:00 PM -1d
4:00 AM 12:00 AM
5:00 AM 1:00 AM
6:00 AM 2:00 AM
7:00 AM 3:00 AM
8:00 AM 4:00 AM
9:00 AM 5:00 AM
10:00 AM 6:00 AM
11:00 AM 7:00 AM
12:00 PM 8:00 AM
1:00 PM 9:00 AM
2:00 PM 10:00 AM
3:00 PM 11:00 AM
4:00 PM 12:00 PM
5:00 PM 1:00 PM
6:00 PM 2:00 PM
7:00 PM 3:00 PM
8:00 PM 4:00 PM
9:00 PM 5:00 PM
10:00 PM 6:00 PM
11:00 PM 7:00 PM

Converting Central Standard Time to Hawaii Standard Time

Central Standard Time (CST) and Hawaii Standard Time (HST) are separated by a 4 hours time difference. HST is 4 hours behind CST. CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico, while HST is UTC-10, used in United States.

When converting from CST to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST equals 5:00 AM HST, 12:00 PM noon CST equals 8:00 AM HST, and 5:00 PM CST equals 1:00 PM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST and HST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 4 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5) during summer months. HST does not observe DST, staying at UTC-10 year-round. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CST and HST?
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is 4 hours behind Central Standard Time (CST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST, it is 8:00 AM in HST.
How do I convert CST to HST?
To convert CST to HST, subtract 4 hours from the CST time. For example, 9:00 AM CST is 5:00 AM HST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST or HST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5). HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST and HST?
The best time to schedule a call between CST and HST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in HST.
Is CST ahead or behind HST?
CST (UTC-6) is 4 hours ahead of HST (UTC-10). CST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Chicago, while HST corresponds to Pacific/Honolulu.

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