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HST to EAT Converter

EAT is 13 hours ahead of HST

Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Current EAT Time
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Africa/Nairobi
Time Diff
13h ahead
HST
UTC-10
EAT
UTC+3

HST to EAT Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in EAT

HST to EAT time conversion table showing all 24 hours
HST EAT
12:00 AM 1:00 PM
1:00 AM 2:00 PM
2:00 AM 3:00 PM
3:00 AM 4:00 PM
4:00 AM 5:00 PM
5:00 AM 6:00 PM
6:00 AM 7:00 PM
7:00 AM 8:00 PM
8:00 AM 9:00 PM
9:00 AM 10:00 PM
10:00 AM 11:00 PM
11:00 AM 12:00 AM +1d
12:00 PM 1:00 AM +1d
1:00 PM 2:00 AM +1d
2:00 PM 3:00 AM +1d
3:00 PM 4:00 AM +1d
4:00 PM 5:00 AM +1d
5:00 PM 6:00 AM +1d
6:00 PM 7:00 AM +1d
7:00 PM 8:00 AM +1d
8:00 PM 9:00 AM +1d
9:00 PM 10:00 AM +1d
10:00 PM 11:00 AM +1d
11:00 PM 12:00 PM +1d

Converting Hawaii Standard Time to East Africa Time

Hawaii Standard Time (HST) and East Africa Time (EAT) are separated by a 13 hours time difference. EAT is 13 hours ahead of HST. HST is UTC-10, used in United States, while EAT is UTC+3, used in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania.

When converting from HST to EAT, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM HST equals 10:00 PM EAT, 12:00 PM noon HST equals 1:00 AM EAT, and 5:00 PM HST equals 6:00 AM EAT. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across HST and EAT

For professionals scheduling meetings between HST and EAT, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 13 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited, making early morning or late evening calls necessary for one party. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time, maintaining UTC-10 year-round. EAT does not observe DST, staying at UTC+3 year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HST and EAT?
East Africa Time (EAT) is 13 hours ahead of Hawaii Standard Time (HST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in HST, it is 1:00 AM in EAT.
How do I convert HST to EAT?
To convert HST to EAT, add 13 hours to the HST time. For example, 9:00 AM HST is 10:00 PM EAT. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does HST or EAT observe Daylight Saving Time?
HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. EAT does not observe Daylight Saving Time. During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between HST and EAT?
The best time to schedule a call between HST and EAT is during overlapping business hours. If you are in HST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in EAT.
Is HST ahead or behind EAT?
HST (UTC-10) is 13 hours behind EAT (UTC+3). HST corresponds to the IANA time zone Pacific/Honolulu, while EAT corresponds to Africa/Nairobi.

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