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HST to IST Converter

IST is 15 hours and 30 minutes ahead of HST

Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Current IST Time
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Asia/Kolkata
Time Diff
15h 30m ahead
HST
UTC-10
IST
UTC+5:30

HST to IST Conversion Table

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

HST to IST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
HST IST
12:00 AM 3:30 PM
1:00 AM 4:30 PM
2:00 AM 5:30 PM
3:00 AM 6:30 PM
4:00 AM 7:30 PM
5:00 AM 8:30 PM
6:00 AM 9:30 PM
7:00 AM 10:30 PM
8:00 AM 11:30 PM
9:00 AM 12:30 AM +1d
10:00 AM 1:30 AM +1d
11:00 AM 2:30 AM +1d
12:00 PM 3:30 AM +1d
1:00 PM 4:30 AM +1d
2:00 PM 5:30 AM +1d
3:00 PM 6:30 AM +1d
4:00 PM 7:30 AM +1d
5:00 PM 8:30 AM +1d
6:00 PM 9:30 AM +1d
7:00 PM 10:30 AM +1d
8:00 PM 11:30 AM +1d
9:00 PM 12:30 PM +1d
10:00 PM 1:30 PM +1d
11:00 PM 2:30 PM +1d

Converting Hawaii Standard Time to India Standard Time

Hawaii Standard Time (HST) and India Standard Time (IST) are separated by a 15 hours and 30 minutes time difference. IST is 15 hours and 30 minutes ahead of HST. HST is UTC-10, used in United States, while IST is UTC+5:30, used in India, Sri Lanka.

When converting from HST to IST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM HST equals 12:30 AM IST, 12:00 PM noon HST equals 3:30 AM IST, and 5:00 PM HST equals 8:30 AM IST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across HST and IST

For professionals scheduling meetings between HST and IST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 15 hours and 30 minutes difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC-10 year-round. IST does not observe DST, staying at UTC+5:30 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HST and IST?
India Standard Time (IST) is 15 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Hawaii Standard Time (HST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in HST, it is 3:30 AM in IST.
How do I convert HST to IST?
To convert HST to IST, add 15 hours and 30 minutes to the HST time. For example, 9:00 AM HST is 12:30 AM IST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does HST or IST observe Daylight Saving Time?
HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. IST 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 HST and IST?
The best time to schedule a call between HST and IST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in HST, 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 IST.
Is HST ahead or behind IST?
HST (UTC-10) is 15 hours and 30 minutes behind IST (UTC+5:30). HST corresponds to the IANA time zone Pacific/Honolulu, while IST corresponds to Asia/Kolkata.

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