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PST to MST Converter

MST is 1 hour ahead of PST

Current PST Time
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America/Los_Angeles
Current MST Time
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America/Denver
Time Diff
1h ahead
PST
UTC-8
MST
UTC-7
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM PST (7h)

PST to MST Conversion Table

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

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

Converting Pacific Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time

Pacific Standard Time (PST) and Mountain Standard Time (MST) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. MST is 1 hour ahead of PST. PST is UTC-8, used in United States, Canada, while MST is UTC-7, used in United States, Canada.

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

Scheduling Across PST and MST

For professionals scheduling meetings between PST 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 1 hour 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

PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7) during summer months. 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 PST and MST?
Mountain Standard Time (MST) is 1 hour ahead of Pacific Standard Time (PST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in PST, it is 1:00 PM in MST.
How do I convert PST to MST?
To convert PST to MST, add 1 hour to the PST time. For example, 9:00 AM PST is 10:00 AM MST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does PST or MST observe Daylight Saving Time?
PST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to PDT (UTC-7). 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 PST and MST?
The best time to schedule a call between PST and MST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in PST, 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 PST ahead or behind MST?
PST (UTC-8) is 1 hour behind MST (UTC-7). PST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Los_Angeles, while MST corresponds to America/Denver.

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