What time is it in Kathmandu?

Kathmandu, Nepal

It is now 21:12 in Kathmandu. Kathmandu is currently 4 hoursand45 min ahead of time in the Netherlands (Amsterdam).

It is currently night in Kathmandu.

Time difference

4 hoursand45 min later

The clock runs ahead of time in the Netherlands

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Distance

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Time zone

Asia/Kathmandu

UTC+5:45

What time does the sun rise in Kathmandu?

06:18

What time does the sun set in Kathmandu?

17:16

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The other side of the world

The point directly opposite Kathmandu on Earth is in the southern Pacific Ocean. Based on its longitude, the local solar time there is now . At that point it is currently daytime. That point is exactly on the other side of the Earth: 27.7° S, 94.7° W.

On the open sea there is not always an official local time zone. We therefore use local solar time based on longitude.

Daylight

Today is about 2 minutes shorter than yesterday in Kathmandu. In one week there will be about 8 minutes less daylight.

Time zone

Nepal uses UTC+5:45. That is one of the best-known time zones with a 15-minute offset.

Local time and time zone — key facts

Kathmandu uses the IANA time zone Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+5:45).

This time zone does not use seasonal daylight saving time.

Today the sun rises at 06:18 and sets at 17:16. Day length is 10 hours and 58 minutes.

Compared with the Netherlands (Amsterdam), the local time here is 4 hoursand45 min later.

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Frequently asked questions about Kathmandu

What time is it now in Kathmandu?
It is currently 21:12 in Kathmandu. It is night there now.
What is the time difference with Kathmandu?
Kathmandu is currently 4 hoursand45 min later relative to your local time. The clock runs ahead of time in the Netherlands
What time zone is Kathmandu in?
Kathmandu uses the time zone Asia/Kathmandu (UTC+5:45).
What time does the sun rise in Kathmandu?
Today the sun rises in Kathmandu at 06:18.
What time does the sun set in Kathmandu?
Today the sun sets in Kathmandu at 17:16.
What is the best time to call Kathmandu?
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time in Kathmandu. On this page you will find an overview with specific advice per time.
Where can I learn more about time zones and daylight saving?

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