Pacific Standard Time
UTC offset: UTC-08:00
Region: US and Canada
Example IANA zones: America/Ensenada, America/Los_Angeles, America/Santa_Isabel
PST Time Zone
PST can refer to multiple time zones. The most common are: Pacific Standard Time (UTC-08:00), Philippine Standard Time (UTC+08:00).
Definition
PST is a time-zone abbreviation used in date/time schedules, travel, and software timestamps. Abbreviations can map to different regions and offsets, so they are less precise than IANA time zones.
For accurate conversion, use a specific zone like America/New_York or Europe/London instead of abbreviation-only input.
Offset and DST note
In North America, PST is standard time and shifts to PDT in daylight saving months.
Common offsets for PST: UTC-08:00, UTC+08:00.
Meanings
Philippine Standard Time
UTC offset: UTC+08:00
Region: Philippines
Example IANA zones: America/Ensenada, America/Los_Angeles, America/Santa_Isabel
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Frequently asked questions
What does PST mean?
PST can refer to multiple time zones. The most common are: Pacific Standard Time (UTC-08:00), Philippine Standard Time (UTC+08:00).
Is PST ambiguous?
PST can refer to multiple meanings depending on region. Use exact IANA zones for reliable conversion.
How do I convert PST to my local time?
Use the Time Zone Converter and select a specific city or IANA zone to avoid abbreviation ambiguity.