Current time in Pyongyang, North Korea

Time in Pyongyang, North Korea
4:56 PM
 

Pyongyang time zone and facts

Time zone
North Korea Time (KST)
UTC offset
UTC+9
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
6:52 AM
Sunset today
5:51 PM
Country
North Korea
Region
P'yongyang
Coordinates
39.02°N, 125.75°E

Time difference from Pyongyang

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:56 AM, Wed13 hours behind
Los Angeles12:56 AM, Wed16 hours behind
London8:56 AM, Wed8 hours behind
Paris9:56 AM, Wed7 hours behind
Dubai11:56 AM, Wed5 hours behind
Delhi1:26 PM, Wed3:30 hours behind
Tokyo4:56 PM, WedThe same time
Sydney6:56 PM, Wed2 hours ahead

The difference from your location is shown at the top of the page.

Other cities in North Korea

NampoHamhungHungnamChongjinSunchonWonsanKaesongKanggyeHyesonHaejuKimchaekManpoSinuijuSariwonChongjuKilchu

Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Pyongyang in?

Pyongyang uses North Korea Time (IANA zone Asia/Pyongyang). Right now the local time is UTC+9.

Does Pyongyang observe daylight saving time?

No. Pyongyang keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Pyongyang and New York?

Pyongyang is currently 13 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Pyongyang and London?

Pyongyang is currently 8 hours ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Pyongyang today?

Today the sun rises at 6:52 AM and sets at 5:51 PM local time.

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