PST to CET Converter
CET is 9 hours ahead of PST · CET → PST
CET
Central European Time · GMT+2 · UTC+02:00
Current offset note
The live clocks use today's IANA timezone rules. Right now PST is displaying as PDT (UTC-07:00) and CET is displaying as GMT+2 (UTC+02:00), so this table reflects the current real-world offset.
Meeting planner for PST and CET
Use these notes for recurring calls, handoffs, webinars, and launch timing across both zones.
Current difference
CET is 9 hours ahead of PST using the current offsets shown by the live clocks.
Workday overlap
There is no standard 9 AM-5 PM overlap, so one side needs an early or late call window.
Recurring meetings
If either zone changes for daylight saving time, recheck the conversion before March-April and October-November meetings.
Quick Reference
| PST | CET |
|---|---|
| Midnight (00:00) | 9:00 AM |
| 6 AM (06:00) | 3:00 PM |
| 9 AM (09:00) | 6:00 PM |
| Noon (12:00) | 9:00 PM |
| 3 PM (15:00) | 12:00 AM |
| 6 PM (18:00) | 3:00 AM |
| 9 PM (21:00) | 6:00 AM |
PST to CET Conversion Table
Green rows indicate overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both zones
| PST (24h) | PST (12h) | CET (24h) | CET (12h) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 12:00 AM | 09:00 | 9:00 AM | |
| 01:00 | 1:00 AM | 10:00 | 10:00 AM | |
| 02:00 | 2:00 AM | 11:00 | 11:00 AM | |
| 03:00 | 3:00 AM | 12:00 | 12:00 PM | |
| 04:00 | 4:00 AM | 13:00 | 1:00 PM | |
| 05:00 | 5:00 AM | 14:00 | 2:00 PM | |
| 06:00 | 6:00 AM | 15:00 | 3:00 PM | |
| 07:00 | 7:00 AM | 16:00 | 4:00 PM | |
| 08:00 | 8:00 AM | 17:00 | 5:00 PM | |
| 09:00 | 9:00 AM | 18:00 | 6:00 PM | |
| 10:00 | 10:00 AM | 19:00 | 7:00 PM | |
| 11:00 | 11:00 AM | 20:00 | 8:00 PM | |
| 12:00 | 12:00 PM | 21:00 | 9:00 PM | |
| 13:00 | 1:00 PM | 22:00 | 10:00 PM | |
| 14:00 | 2:00 PM | 23:00 | 11:00 PM | |
| 15:00 | 3:00 PM | 00:00 | 12:00 AM | next day |
| 16:00 | 4:00 PM | 01:00 | 1:00 AM | next day |
| 17:00 | 5:00 PM | 02:00 | 2:00 AM | next day |
| 18:00 | 6:00 PM | 03:00 | 3:00 AM | next day |
| 19:00 | 7:00 PM | 04:00 | 4:00 AM | next day |
| 20:00 | 8:00 PM | 05:00 | 5:00 AM | next day |
| 21:00 | 9:00 PM | 06:00 | 6:00 AM | next day |
| 22:00 | 10:00 PM | 07:00 | 7:00 AM | next day |
| 23:00 | 11:00 PM | 08:00 | 8:00 AM | next day |
About PST and CET
PST — Pacific Standard Time
| UTC offset | UTC-07:00 |
| IANA identifier | America/Los_Angeles |
| Abbreviation | PST |
Major cities: Los Angeles.
CET — Central European Time
| UTC offset | UTC+02:00 |
| IANA identifier | Europe/Paris |
| Abbreviation | CET |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between PST and CET?
PST (Pacific Standard Time) is UTC-07:00, while CET (Central European Time) is UTC+02:00. CET is 9 hours ahead of PST. When it’s 12:00 PM (noon) in PST, it’s 9:00 PM in CET.
When is 9 AM PST in CET?
9:00 AM PST is 6:00 PM CET. This conversion is useful for scheduling morning meetings or calls across these time zones.
What is the best time to schedule a call between PST and CET?
There are no overlapping standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) between PST and CET. One party will need to adjust their schedule. Early morning or late evening calls are typically the best compromise.
Does daylight saving time affect the PST to CET conversion?
Yes, if either time zone observes DST, the offset between them may change by 1 hour during spring and autumn transitions (typically March/April and October/November). The table above shows the current offset. Use the live clocks at the top of this page for real-time accuracy, or check our interactive converter for custom dates.
How do I convert PST to CET manually?
Add 9 hours to the PST time. For example, 2:00 PM PST + 9 hours = 11:00 PM CET. If the result is 24 or more, subtract 24 and add one day. If negative, add 24 and subtract one day.