Current local time in Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh, uses the Asia/Dhaka time zone (Bangladesh Standard Time). There is no daylight saving: the offset stays UTC+6 all year. Below: the live clock, exact clock-change dates, sunrise and sunset, and the best times to call other cities.
- Time zone
- Bangladesh Standard Time
- UTC offset now
- UTC+6
- Daylight saving
- Not observed
- Dialing code
- +880
The time zone, at a glance.
Dhaka follows Asia/Dhaka. No UTC-offset changes are scheduled during 2026 under the current time zone rules. For an appointment, use the date of the event: another city can change its clocks even when this one does not.
Offsets shown at local noon on the 15th of each month, 2026. Exact transition instants are listed below.
When do the clocks change?
2026
No clock change scheduled in 2026. Dhaka stays on UTC+6 throughout this calendar year.
2027
No clock change scheduled in 2027. Dhaka stays on UTC+6 throughout this calendar year.
Future dates reflect the time zone database available at build time (2026-10-22), not a promise that governments will leave the rules unchanged. See the international clock-change calendar →
How the light changes in Dhaka.
Of these monthly samples, Jun has the most daylight (13h 36m) and Dec the least (10h 41m).
| Date in 2026 | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | UTC offset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | 6:42 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 50m | UTC+6 |
| Feb 15 | 6:31 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 22m | UTC+6 |
| Mar 15 | 6:07 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 0m | UTC+6 |
| Apr 15 | 5:37 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 42m | UTC+6 |
| May 15 | 5:16 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 17m | UTC+6 |
| Jun 15 | 5:10 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 36m | UTC+6 |
| Jul 15 | 5:20 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 28m | UTC+6 |
| Aug 15 | 5:33 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 58m | UTC+6 |
| Sep 15 | 5:44 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 18m | UTC+6 |
| Oct 15 | 5:55 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 37m | UTC+6 |
| Nov 15 | 6:12 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 0m | UTC+6 |
| Dec 15 | 6:32 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 41m | UTC+6 |
Local civil times; a jump in sunrise on the clock can reflect daylight saving, not an abrupt change in the Sun’s movement.
Compare Dhaka with your world.
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Best times to call from Dhaka
One-hour calls on Thursday, October 22, 2026, preferring 9 am – 5 pm on both sides. Times are Dhaka time unless marked.
| Calling | Difference | Best one-hour window | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 hours behind | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM (9:00 AM–11:00 AM there) | Early or late for someone |
| London | 5 hours behind | 2:00 PM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–12:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Tokyo | 3 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (12:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Los Angeles | 13 hours behind | 9:00 AM–10:00 AM (8:00 PM–9:00 PM there) | Early or late for someone |
| Sydney | 5 hours ahead | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM (2:00 PM–5:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
| Dubai | 2 hours behind | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (9:00 AM–3:00 PM there) | Working hours for both |
Calculated for the date above; differences can change around clock-change dates. Public holidays and personal schedules are not included.
Upcoming public holidays
National holidays in Bangladesh, when offices and banks are often closed. Regional holidays are not listed.
- Wed, Dec 16, 2026 · Victory Day
- Fri, Dec 25, 2026 · Christmas Day
- Sun, Feb 21, 2027 · Language Martyrs' Day
- Tue, Mar 9, 2027 · End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)
- Wed, Mar 17, 2027 · Mujib's Birthday & Children's Day
- Fri, Mar 26, 2027 · Independence Day
Airports serving Dhaka
Flight times are published in each airport’s local time. Airports with scheduled service within 80 km; straight-line distance from the city center.
- DAC Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport · 4 km
Places that share Dhaka’s clock
These places use the same Asia/Dhaka rules, so their time always matches Dhaka, including clock changes.
- Chittagong
- Khulna
- Rajshahi
- Comilla
- Mymensingh
- Rangpur
- Jessore
- Sylhet
- Saidpur
- Narayanganj
- Barisal
- Tangail
- Jamalpur
- Nawabganj
- Pabna
Also on UTC+6 today
Countries with places on the same offset on 2026-10-22. Their clocks match Dhaka today but may differ after a clock change.
- China
- Russia
- Kyrgyzstan
- Bhutan
Questions about time in Dhaka
What time zone is Dhaka in?
Dhaka uses the IANA time zone Asia/Dhaka, known as Bangladesh Standard Time. Its offset is UTC+6 all year.
Does Dhaka observe daylight saving time?
No. Dhaka keeps UTC+6 all year.
What is the time difference between Dhaka and other major cities?
On Thursday, October 22, 2026: New York is 10 hours behind Dhaka; London is 5 hours behind Dhaka; Tokyo is 3 hours ahead of Dhaka; Los Angeles is 13 hours behind Dhaka; Sydney is 5 hours ahead of Dhaka; Dubai is 2 hours behind Dhaka.
How do I call Dhaka from abroad?
Dial your international access code (or + on a mobile), then +880, then the local number without its leading trunk zero where one is used. Check the best calling windows above before you dial.
What these numbers can—and cannot—tell you.
The live clock converts your device’s time with your browser’s IANA-based time zone data. It does not independently synchronize your clock. The solar calculations use SunCalc with representative city-center coordinates; civil sunrise and sunset are approximate horizon events, not weather forecasts.
Our date-aware calculations are more useful than treating Dhaka as a permanently fixed abbreviation. For calendar software, use Asia/Dhaka. For a one-off invitation, include the full date and a shared conversion link. Read the methodology and data limitations.