HST to PT Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters

- July 22, 2025

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Hawaii Standard Time (HST)

UTC-10 • Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua

Conversion Settings

Configure your timezone conversion preferences

Auto Convert

Daylight Saving Aware

Show UTC Offset

Show Seconds

Pacific Time (PT)

UTC-8/-7 • Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle

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Select a time to convert

Time Difference: --

UTC Offset (HST): -10

UTC Offset (PT): -8

DST Status: --

HST Time: --

PT Time: --

Time Format:

Current HST: --:--:--

Current PT: --:--:--

🌺 HST is always UTC-10 with no daylight saving. PT switches between PST (UTC-8) and PDT (UTC-7).

HST to PT Conversion Guide

What is HST to PT Conversion?

HST to PT conversion helps you translate time between Hawaii Standard Time and Pacific Time. HST is always UTC-10 throughout the year as Hawaii does not observe daylight saving time. PT switches between PST (UTC-8) in winter and PDT (UTC-7) in summer, creating varying time differences.

Time Zone Information

Hawaii Standard Time (HST): Used throughout Hawaii year-round. Always UTC-10 with no daylight saving adjustments.

Pacific Standard Time (PST): Used in western US and Canada during winter months. Always UTC-8 from November to March.

Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): Used in western US and Canada during summer months. Always UTC-7 from March to November.

Daylight Saving Time Impact

PST Period: Observed from first Sunday in November to second Sunday in March when clocks are set back

PDT Period: Observed from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November when clocks are set forward

HST Consistency: Hawaii never changes its time and remains at UTC-10 throughout the year

Common Conversion Examples

Business Hours (Winter)

HST 9:00 AM → PST 11:00 AM

HST 5:00 PM → PST 7:00 PM

2-hour difference during PST period

Business Hours (Summer)

HST 9:00 AM → PDT 12:00 PM

HST 5:00 PM → PDT 8:00 PM

3-hour difference during PDT period

International Meetings

HST 8:00 AM → PST 10:00 AM

HST 8:00 AM → PDT 11:00 AM

Varies by Pacific Coast season

Travel & Events

HST 6:00 PM → PST 8:00 PM

HST 6:00 PM → PDT 9:00 PM

Flight and event scheduling

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• Pacific Coast switches between PST (winter) and PDT (summer), while Hawaii always uses HST

• During PST period: add 2 hours to HST to get Pacific time

• During PDT period: add 3 hours to HST to get Pacific time

• Best meeting times: 8 AM - 4 PM HST corresponds to 10 AM - 6 PM PST or 11 AM - 7 PM PDT

• Hawaii is the only US state that never observes daylight saving time

• Always check if Pacific location is observing PST or PDT when scheduling across these zones

HST to PT Time Converter

Whether you’re catching up with friends in California or managing a remote team between Honolulu and Seattle, jumping between Hawaii Standard Time and Pacific Time doesn’t need to be a math quiz. This simple tool helps you figure out exactly what time it is. Here’s a look at where these time zones are used:

Hawaii Standard Time (HST) 🇺🇸	Pacific Time (PT) 🇺🇸🇨🇦🇲🇽
🇺🇸 United States (Hawaii)	🇺🇸 United States (California) 🇺🇸 United States (Washington) 🇺🇸 United States (Oregon) 🇺🇸 United States (Nevada) 🇺🇸 United States (Idaho – part) 🇨🇦 Canada (British Columbia) 🇨🇦 Canada (Yukon) 🇲🇽 Mexico (Baja California)

What the Converter Actually Does

At its core, this tool takes a date and time from either HST or PT and tells you exactly what that moment is in the other zone. It handles daylight saving shifts in Pacific Time automatically (unless you turn that off), and gives you a clear breakdown of time difference, offsets, and formatted clocks. Whether you're scheduling, planning, or just double-checking, it's designed to give you instant clarity.

Why You’d Want to Use It

Time difference between Hawaii and the WEST Coast shifts twice a year. HST is always UTC-10. PT flips between UTC-8 in the winter and UTC-7 in the summer. If you’re trying to sync up a meeting, flight, or deadline, getting this wrong can lead to confusion or missed appointments. This tool removes the guesswork.

How to Use It, Step by Step

1. Set the Time and Date

Pick your source time. The top section lets you select a date and time. That can be in HST or PT, depending on which side of the Pacific you’re working from.

2. Pick Your Time Zone

There’s a dropdown to choose whether you're inputting the time in HST or PT. You can even switch them mid-way with the Swap button.

3. Hit Convert

Click the Convert Time button and you’ll see the exact equivalent in the other time zone. If you prefer things faster, turn on Auto Convert and it’ll update the moment you change anything.

4. Use the Now Button

If you want to see the current time in both zones instantly, hit the Now button. It fills in the present moment for your selected time zone.

5. Reset When Needed

Messed up your fields? No problem. The Reset button clears things out and sets everything back to the current time in HST.

Extra Features You Might Miss at First Glance

Daylight Saving Aware: It knows when PT is on summer or winter time and adjusts accordingly.
Show Seconds: You can toggle seconds on or off depending on how precise you want to be.
UTC Offsets: Need to know the UTC offset for each side? There's a toggle to show that too.
Time Format Switch: Prefer 24-hour clock? One click flips between 12-hour and 24-hour formats.
Keyboard Shortcuts: Press R to reset, N to go to now, S to swap zones, F to switch format, and Enter or Space to convert. Super handy if you're on a laptop.

Common Situations Where This Comes in Handy

Say you live in Hawaii but work remotely with a company based in San Francisco. Your manager schedules a meeting for 10 AM PT. Is that 7 AM or 8 AM for you? Depends on the month. During Daylight Saving Time (March to November), it’s 7 AM. Outside of that, it’s 8 AM. This calculator lets you know in seconds and shows you all the details clearly.

A Tool That Keeps You in Sync Between Islands and Mainland

Whether you're planning a flight from Honolulu to Seattle, setting up a call with someone in Vancouver, or making sure you don’t miss a West Coast live stream, this converter keeps you aligned. It's simple, clear, and ready when you are.