Highlighted rows fall within 09:00–18:00 in both places: 5 shared working hours.
How many hours is CST ahead of HST?
As abbreviations, HST is always 4 hours behind of CST: CST is UTC−6 and HST is UTC−10. To convert, subtract 4 hours.
When the CST to HST time difference changes
For most of the year HST is 5 hours behind of CST. From 1 November to 31 December 2026, HST is 4 hours behind of CST instead, because the two places change their clocks on different dates. Meetings booked by the usual gap land an hour off in those weeks.
Dates
HST vs CST
Length
1 November 2026 to 31 December 2026
4 hours behind
61 days
1 January 2027 to 13 March 2027
4 hours behind
72 days
14 March 2027 to 6 November 2027
5 hours behind
238 days
7 November 2027 to 31 December 2027
4 hours behind
55 days
Best time for a meeting between CST and HST
When HST is 5 hours behind of CST: 3 shared office hours, 14:00 to 17:00 in CST (09:00 to 12:00 in HST).
When HST is 4 hours behind of CST: 4 shared office hours, 13:00 to 17:00 in CST (09:00 to 13:00 in HST).
Frequently asked questions about CST and HST time
How many hours ahead is HST of CST?
HST (UTC−10) is 4 hours behind of CST (UTC−6).
Does the time difference between CST and HST change?
Yes. It is usually 5 hours behind, but changes when one side moves its clocks: 4 hours behind from 1 November to 31 December 2026; 4 hours behind from 1 January to 13 March 2027.