Is GMT-8 the same as UTC-8?
For everyday scheduling, GMT-8 is aligned with UTC-8.
GMT-8 Time Now
Direct answer
GMT-8 time is 12:11 right now.
GMT-8 is 8 hours behind GMT (UTC+0).
What GMT-8 means
- GMT-8 is 8 hours behind GMT.
- GMT offsets are reference labels, while IANA zones are needed for date-accurate DST handling.
- Representative zone for this bucket: America/Ensenada.
Common locations using this offset
Los AngelesVancouverTijuana
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Frequently asked questions
Does GMT-8 observe daylight saving time?
GMT-8 is an offset reference. Daylight saving depends on the specific location and time zone rules, not the offset label alone.
How do I convert GMT-8 to my time zone?
Open the Time Zone Converter, choose a matching city or zone, and compare it to your local time. GMT-8 is 8 hours behind GMT.
Representative zones in this offset: America/Ensenada, America/Los_Angeles, America/Santa_Isabel, America/Tijuana, America/Vancouver, Canada/Pacific.