Times and hours

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Of course. That's another great question, and the answer is similar but with a key difference for Chinese calendar sites. The answer is: It is highly unlikely. The times are almost certainly given in China Standard Time (CST), which is GMT+8. Here’s the detailed explanation: 1. The Standard is China Standard Time (GMT+8) Unlike Hindu calendar (Panchang) sites which calculate times for a specific user's location, traditional Chinese calendars and almanacs (?? / Huánglì) are typically calculated for the capital city of China. Historically, this was the Forbidden City in Beijing. In modern practice, all official times for auspicious moments, solar terms, and festival dates are given in China Standard Time (CST), which is UTC/GMT +8 hours. This provides a single, standardized reference for all users, regardless of where they are in the world. 2. Why is CST Used Instead of Local Time? National Standard: China uses a single time zone for the entire country. All official schedules, broadcasts, and publications use Beijing Time. Consistency: It ensures that everyone in China and those following the tradition abroad are using the same timing reference for important events like weddings, opening ceremonies, or moving into a new home. What This Means For You: If you are located outside of the GMT+8 time zone, you will need to convert the given auspicious time from CST to your local time. Example: If a website says an auspicious time is on October 1st at 10:00 AM: This means October 1st at 10:00 AM CST (Beijing Time). This is equivalent to October 1st at 2:00 AM GMT. You would then convert that 2:00 AM GMT to your own local time zone (e.g., 7:00 PM on September 30th for PDT).