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HST to MST Converter

MST is 3 hours ahead of HST

Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Current MST Time
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America/Denver
Time Diff
3h ahead
HST
UTC-10
MST
UTC-7
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM HST (5h)

HST to MST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Hawaii Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time

Hawaii Standard Time (HST) and Mountain Standard Time (MST) are separated by a 3 hours time difference. MST is 3 hours ahead of HST. HST is UTC-10, used in United States, while MST is UTC-7, used in United States, Canada.

When converting from HST to MST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM HST equals 12:00 PM MST, 12:00 PM noon HST equals 3:00 PM MST, and 5:00 PM HST equals 8:00 PM MST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across HST and MST

For professionals scheduling meetings between HST and MST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 3 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. 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. MST observes DST, switching to MDT (UTC-6). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between HST and MST?
Mountain Standard Time (MST) is 3 hours ahead of Hawaii Standard Time (HST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in HST, it is 3:00 PM in MST.
How do I convert HST to MST?
To convert HST to MST, add 3 hours to the HST time. For example, 9:00 AM HST is 12:00 PM MST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does HST or MST observe Daylight Saving Time?
HST does not observe Daylight Saving Time. MST observes DST, switching to MDT (UTC-6). 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 MST?
The best time to schedule a call between HST and MST 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 MST.
Is HST ahead or behind MST?
HST (UTC-10) is 3 hours behind MST (UTC-7). HST corresponds to the IANA time zone Pacific/Honolulu, while MST corresponds to America/Denver.

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