NZST to HST Time Converter
HST is 23 hours behind NZST right now. 9:00 AM in NZST is 10:00 AM in HST (the day before).
Time now: NZST and HST
HST is 23 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 23 hours at some times of the year and 22 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
NZST to HST conversion table
Every hour of the day, using today's time difference.
| NZST | HST |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 1:00 AMprevious day |
| 1:00 AM | 2:00 AMprevious day |
| 2:00 AM | 3:00 AMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 4:00 AMprevious day |
| 4:00 AM | 5:00 AMprevious day |
| 5:00 AM | 6:00 AMprevious day |
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 AMprevious day |
| 7:00 AM | 8:00 AMprevious day |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AMprevious day |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AMprevious day |
| 10:00 AM | 11:00 AMprevious day |
| 11:00 AM | 12:00 PMprevious day |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 PMprevious day |
| 1:00 PM | 2:00 PMprevious day |
| 2:00 PM | 3:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 PMprevious day |
| 4:00 PM | 5:00 PMprevious day |
| 5:00 PM | 6:00 PMprevious day |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 PMprevious day |
| 7:00 PM | 8:00 PMprevious day |
| 8:00 PM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 PMprevious day |
| 10:00 PM | 11:00 PMprevious day |
| 11:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
Best time to meet between NZST and HST
Working hours overlap (9 AM – 6 PM in both places):
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM NZST = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM HST
The time difference changes during the year because of daylight saving time, so these windows shift by an hour at other times.
Does the time difference between NZST and HST change?
Yes. Right now HST is 23 hours behind NZST. These are the dates in the next 12 months when the gap changes:
- Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. HST is 22 hours behind NZST from then (it was 23 hours before).
- Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. HST is 23 hours behind NZST from then (it was 22 hours before).
Office hours in each other's time
- 9 AM to 6 PM in NZST is 10:00 AM (previous day) to 7:00 PM (previous day) in HST.
- 9 AM to 6 PM in HST is 8:00 AM (next day) to 5:00 PM (next day) in NZST.
Based on today's clock settings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between NZST and HST?
HST is 23 hours behind NZST right now. The gap is not fixed: it is 23 hours at some times of the year and 22 hours at others, because at least one of them changes its clocks for daylight saving time.
How do I convert NZST to HST?
Subtract 23 hours from the NZST time to get the HST time (at today's difference). 9:00 AM in NZST is 10:00 AM in HST (the day before). Or use the converter above and pick any date and time.
What is the current time in HST?
It is 1:13 PM in HST on Monday, November 9 (the converter above shows it live). At the same moment it is 12:13 PM in NZST.
Does the time difference between NZST and HST change during the year?
Yes. Right now HST is 23 hours behind NZST. Over the next 12 months the gap changes 2 times: Sunday, 4 April 2027: NZST moves its clocks back. HST is 22 hours behind NZST from then (it was 23 hours before). Sunday, 26 September 2027: NZST moves its clocks forward. HST is 23 hours behind NZST from then (it was 22 hours before).
What is the best time for a meeting between NZST and HST?
Between 9 AM and 6 PM in both places you can meet at 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM NZST = 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM HST. Check the overlap section on this page for every option.
What does HST mean?
Hawaii does not use daylight saving time.