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Shenzhen is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles

Best overlap: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Los Angeles is 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in Shenzhen.

For a call that suits both sides, look at 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Los Angeles / 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in Shenzhen. With overlap this short — around 2 hours — a recurring slot at 4:00 PM in Los Angeles (8:00 AM in Shenzhen) is worth its weight in gold. Don't get caught out: Shenzhen is the next day from Los Angeles, so "tomorrow" means different things to each team. Remember that Los Angeles shifts for daylight saving and Shenzhen doesn't, so recalculate the overlap after each clock change.

Time in Los Angeles/Time in Shenzhen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Shenzhen?
Shenzhen is 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
What are the best overlapping working hours between Los Angeles and Shenzhen?
The best time to meet is between 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, which corresponds to 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in Shenzhen.
How many hours overlap between Los Angeles and Shenzhen during a typical workday?
There are about 2 overlapping hours per day.
Does Daylight Saving Time affect the time difference between Los Angeles and Shenzhen?
Los Angeles observes Daylight Saving Time, but Shenzhen does not. This means the time difference between the two locations will change during the year.

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