PST GST Time Converter

Convert PST to GST instantly. Pacific Standard Time is UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) and Gulf Standard Time is UTC+4 — a 12h difference. Enter any time in either field — both fully editable. Click ⇄ to swap directions.

🕐 Live Current Times

PST
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Pacific Standard Time
12h ahead
⇄ GST→PST
GST
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Gulf Standard Time

⚡ Bidirectional Time Converter

PST (UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)) → GST (UTC+4) · Difference: 12h ahead (auto-adjusts for DST)

ℹ️ Timezone Details

PST Offset
UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)
GST Offset
UTC+4
Difference
12h ahead
PST Full Name
Pacific Standard Time
GST Full Name
Gulf Standard Time
Vice Versa

🤝 Best Meeting Hours Between PST and GST

Because GST is 12h ahead of PST, morning slots in the earlier zone generally line up with afternoon or evening in the later zone. Use this table to find windows where both sides fall within reasonable working hours.

PSTGSTSuitability
7:00 AM7:00 PMGood — early start
8:00 AM8:00 PMBest overlap
9:00 AM9:00 PMBest overlap
10:00 AM10:00 PMBest overlap
11:00 AM11:00 PMGood — late window

🏙️ Cities Covered by Each Time Zone

PST Cities
Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, Las Vegas, Vancouver
GST Cities
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait City

📌 Zone Notes — PST & GST

PST: Pacific Standard Time (PST) is UTC-8 during winter and shifts to PDT (Pacific Daylight Time, UTC-7) during summer, following the US Daylight Saving Time schedule. The transition happens on the second Sunday of March (spring forward) and the first Sunday of November (fall back). PST covers the US West Coast, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Portland, as well as Vancouver in Canada.

GST: Gulf Standard Time (GST) is UTC+4 and is observed by the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain. None of these countries observe Daylight Saving Time, so GST stays at UTC+4 every day of the year — one of the most stable offsets for international scheduling.

🌤️ Daylight Saving Time (DST) — What to Know

PST (Pacific Standard Time) observes Daylight Saving Time, shifting clocks by one hour during summer. GST (Gulf Standard Time) stays fixed at UTC+4 all year with no DST. The gap between these zones therefore changes by one hour seasonally. The live converter detects the current offset automatically.

📋 Full 24-Hour Conversion Table — PST to GST

PST (12h)PST (24h)GST (12h)GST (24h)DayType
12:00 AM00:0012:00 PM12:00Night
1:00 AM01:001:00 PM13:00Night
2:00 AM02:002:00 PM14:00Night
3:00 AM03:003:00 PM15:00Night
4:00 AM04:004:00 PM16:00Night
5:00 AM05:005:00 PM17:00Night
6:00 AM06:006:00 PM18:00
7:00 AM07:007:00 PM19:00
8:00 AM08:008:00 PM20:00
9:00 AM09:009:00 PM21:00Business
10:00 AM10:0010:00 PM22:00Business
11:00 AM11:0011:00 PM23:00Business
12:00 PM12:0012:00 AM00:00+1 DayBusiness
1:00 PM13:001:00 AM01:00+1 DayBusiness
2:00 PM14:002:00 AM02:00+1 DayBusiness
3:00 PM15:003:00 AM03:00+1 DayBusiness
4:00 PM16:004:00 AM04:00+1 DayBusiness
5:00 PM17:005:00 AM05:00+1 DayBusiness
6:00 PM18:006:00 AM06:00+1 Day
7:00 PM19:007:00 AM07:00+1 Day
8:00 PM20:008:00 AM08:00+1 Day
9:00 PM21:009:00 AM09:00+1 Day
10:00 PM22:0010:00 AM10:00+1 DayNight
11:00 PM23:0011:00 AM11:00+1 DayNight

Table uses the fixed standard offset of 12h ahead. During DST transitions the actual gap may shift by one hour — use the live converter above which adjusts automatically.

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💡 How to Convert PST to GST

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Find the offset — Pacific Standard Time is UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) and Gulf Standard Time is UTC+4. Difference: 12h ahead.
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Use either field — Type in the PST box for the GST result, or type in the GST box for the PST result. Both update instantly.
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Swap directions — Click ⇄ to reverse, or visit the GST to PST page.
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Check the table — The 24-hour table shows every hour converted; business hours in green, late-night in orange. Click any row to load it into the converter.
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Watch for day changes — "+1 Day" or "-1 Day" flags appear automatically when a conversion crosses midnight, so you never book on the wrong date.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — PST to GST

What is the time difference between PST and GST?

Gulf Standard Time (GST) is 12h ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). PST runs at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) and GST at UTC+4. Quick time examples: 8:00 AM PST = 8:00 PM GST; 12:00 PM PST = 12:00 AM GST; 5:00 PM PST = 5:00 AM GST.

How do I convert PST to GST manually?

To convert PST to GST, add 12 hours to the PST time. For example, 12:00 PM PST becomes 12:00 AM GST. When the result crosses midnight, advance the date by one day (shown as "+1 Day" in the converter). The converter on this page handles all arithmetic and date-rollover automatically.

Is GST ahead of or behind PST?

Gulf Standard Time (GST) is 12h ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). Reversed: PST is 12h behind of GST. Practical example: noon in Dubai (12:00 PM GST) corresponds to 12:00 AM PST in Los Angeles, and 5 PM in Dubai corresponds to 5:00 AM PST.

What is PST — Pacific Standard Time?

Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the standard civil time for Los Angeles and the surrounding region, operating at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) from UTC. It observes Daylight Saving Time and advances its clocks by one hour during summer — the effective offset changes seasonally. Major cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, Las Vegas, Vancouver.

What is GST — Gulf Standard Time?

Gulf Standard Time (GST) covers Dubai and the surrounding region at UTC+4 from UTC. It does not observe Daylight Saving Time — the offset is fixed at UTC+4 all year with no seasonal change. Cities in this zone: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait City.

Does Daylight Saving Time affect the PST to GST difference?

Yes. PST observes Daylight Saving Time and moves its clocks by one hour in summer, while GST stays fixed at UTC+4 all year. This means the offset between the two zones shifts by one hour when PST enters or exits its DST period. The live converter on this page always shows the current accurate offset.

What is the best time to schedule a meeting between PST and GST?

The best meeting window is where standard working hours (9 AM – 6 PM) overlap in both zones. Since GST is 12h ahead of PST, mornings in the earlier zone align with afternoons or evenings in the later zone. Target 8 AM – 11 AM in the earlier-offset zone to keep both sides in reasonable hours. The meeting hours table above shows the exact recommended slots for this pair. Any time where one side falls before 7 AM or after 9 PM is best avoided for regular team calls.

How do I convert GST back to PST?

Type any time directly into the GST field in the bidirectional converter above — it instantly shows the PST result. Alternatively, subtract 12 hours from the GST time manually. For a dedicated reverse page, visit: GST to PST converter ↗.

Do PST to GST conversions cross midnight?

Yes — this is a large offset, and many hours will cross midnight. When the converted time passes 11:59 PM, the date advances — the converter shows "+1 Day". When it goes before 12:00 AM, the date moves back — "-1 Day" appears. The 24-hour reference table also shows day changes in the Day column. Always check the date indicator when sending calendar invites across these two zones to avoid accidentally booking on the wrong date.

Which cities and countries use PST?

Pacific Standard Time (PST) is used in: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, San Diego, Las Vegas, Vancouver. The zone operates at UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)and shifts by one hour during DST.

Which cities and countries use GST?

Gulf Standard Time (GST) covers: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Muscat, Doha, Bahrain, Kuwait City. It runs at UTC+4, fixed year-round with no DST change. Use the live clocks at the top of this page to see the current local time in both zones side by side.

Is 12h ahead always the exact difference between PST and GST?

The standard offset is 12h ahead, but this can shift by one hour during DST transition periods. When PST moves to or from its daylight variant, the gap changes. The live converter always shows the current accurate offset.

How do I set up a recurring calendar event between PST and GST?

When creating a recurring meeting that spans PST and GST, set the event timezone in your calendar app using the IANA timezone names: America/Los_Angeles for PST and Asia/Dubai for GST. Using IANA names rather than fixed UTC offsets ensures the calendar app automatically adjusts future occurrences for any DST changes, so you never accidentally schedule at the wrong time after a clock transition. For a quick lookup of any specific time, the converter on this page is the fastest way to verify both sides before you send the invite.

What is the difference between PST and PDT?

PST (Pacific Standard Time) is UTC-8 and applies during winter, roughly from early November to mid-March. PDT (Pacific Daylight Time) is UTC-7 and applies during summer when the US West Coast moves its clocks forward by one hour. In everyday speech, people often say "PST" year-round even when technically on PDT. The live clocks and converter on this page use the America/Los_Angeles IANA zone, which automatically switches between PST and PDT based on the current date — so you always see the correct offset without needing to track the transition yourself.

Does the Gulf region observe Daylight Saving Time?

No. Gulf Standard Time (GST) countries — the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and Qatar — do not observe Daylight Saving Time. GST stays at UTC+4 all year without exception. This makes the Gulf a very stable timezone anchor for scheduling between Africa/Europe on one side and Asia on the other — the offset never shifts.