Current Time in Foshan, China
佛山
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
中国
Dialling: +86
City Details
Foshan
佛山
Lat: 23.0215° N
Long: 113.1214° E
Population: 9,000,000
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
GMT+8
Public Holidays
Dragon Boat Festival
Jun 19in 30dMid-Autumn Festival
Sep 25in 128dNational Day
Oct 1in 134d
Time Difference
Business Hours
Daylight Cycle
Data via sunrisesunset.io
Current Weather
Data via Open-Meteo · Updates every 30 min
Overview
Foshan is a prefecture-level city in Guangdong Province directly adjacent to Guangzhou, with approximately 9.6 million permanent residents as of 2025. It is one of China's four ancient towns and the world's undisputed capital of ceramics and home furnishing manufacturing — producing 70% of China's ceramic floor tiles and 60% of its furniture exports. Foshan is also the birthplace of Wing Chun kung fu and was the hometown of martial arts legend Bruce Lee's father.
Administrative Region
Guangdong Province
CN-GD
Local Currency
¥
Technical Assets
- Web Domain.cn
- ISO CodeCN-GD
Secure Identifier Profile
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Foshan — meaning 'Buddha Mountain' — has been an important manufacturing town since the Han Dynasty over 2,000 years ago. It became one of the four great commercial towns of the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), renowned for its silk, ironware and ceramics. The Ancestral Temple (Zumiao) at the centre of the old town dates to the Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE) and remains one of southern China's best-preserved Lingnan-style complexes. Foshan's modern manufacturing transformation began with the Reform and Opening Up policy from 1978.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- /Zumiao (Ancestral Temple) — Song Dynasty Lingnan architecture
- /Shiwan ceramics workshops and wholesale markets
- /Nanfeng Ancient Kiln (1500 years of continuous operation)
- /Xiqiao Mountain scenic area
- /Lingnan Tiandi heritage district
🎒 Visitor Tip
Foshan is effectively integrated with Guangzhou — the Foshan Metro connects to the Guangzhou Metro and the journey takes 20 minutes. The Ancestral Temple (Zumiao) complex with its lion dance performances is the most historically important attraction. Shawan Ancient Town (part of Guangzhou, accessible from Foshan) and Xiqiao Mountain are excellent half-day trips. The ceramics wholesale markets in Shiwan and Nanzhuang are vast and worth seeing for the scale alone.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Located on the Pearl River Delta in south-central Guangdong, directly west of Guangzhou. The terrain is flat alluvial delta plain, threaded by the Pearl River and its tributaries, at 0–20m elevation. The city merges seamlessly with Guangzhou's urban fabric to the east. Xiqiao Mountain (346m) in the southwest is the most prominent topographic feature in the municipality.
Climate Stats
Humid subtropical monsoon (Köppen Cwa)
Avg Summer
29°C
Avg Winter
13°C
Annual Rainfall
1700 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
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🚄 Rail ConnectionsCITY / DISTANCE
Regional Satellites
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Foshan
What timezone is Foshan in?↓
Foshan is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (Asia/Shanghai), currently UTCGMT+8.
Does China observe daylight saving time?↓
No. China does not observe daylight saving time. Foshan stays on CST (UTCGMT+8) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is CST?↓
CST stands for Asia/Shanghai. It is UTCGMT+8 and is the standard time used in China.
How many hours ahead is Foshan compared to London?↓
Foshan is 8 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 7 hours.
What is the time difference between Foshan and New York?↓
Foshan is 13 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Foshan?↓
The time displayed for Foshan is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+8 mean for Foshan?↓
UTCGMT+8 means Foshan is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Foshan?↓
Standard business hours in Foshan are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST (UTCGMT+8). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the China national calendar.
What is the best time to call Foshan from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Foshan is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Foshan. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.