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MST to HST Converter

HST is 3 hours behind MST

Current MST Time
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America/Denver
Current HST Time
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Pacific/Honolulu
Time Diff
3h behind
MST
UTC-7
HST
UTC-10
Overlapping hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM MST (5h)

MST to HST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Mountain Standard Time to Hawaii Standard Time

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

When converting from MST to HST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM MST equals 6:00 AM HST, 12:00 PM noon MST equals 9:00 AM HST, and 5:00 PM MST equals 2:00 PM HST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across MST and HST

For professionals scheduling meetings between MST and HST, 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

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

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