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EST to HST Converter

HST is 5 hours behind EST

Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
5h behind
EST
UTC-5
HST
UTC-10
Overlapping hours: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST (3h)

EST to HST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Eastern Standard Time to Hawaii Standard Time

Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Hawaii Standard Time (HST) are separated by a 5 hours time difference. HST is 5 hours behind EST. EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica, while HST is UTC-10, used in United States.

When converting from EST to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM EST equals 4:00 AM HST, 12:00 PM noon EST equals 7:00 AM HST, and 5:00 PM EST equals 12:00 PM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across EST and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between EST 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 5 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

EST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to EDT (UTC-4) 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 EST and HST?
Hawaii Standard Time (HST) is 5 hours behind Eastern Standard Time (EST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in EST, it is 7:00 AM in HST.
How do I convert EST to HST?
To convert EST to HST, subtract 5 hours from the EST time. For example, 9:00 AM EST is 4:00 AM HST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does EST or HST observe Daylight Saving Time?
EST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to EDT (UTC-4). 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 EST and HST?
The best time to schedule a call between EST and HST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in EST, 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 EST ahead or behind HST?
EST (UTC-5) is 5 hours ahead of HST (UTC-10). EST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/New_York, while HST corresponds to Pacific/Honolulu.

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