Current Time in Herāt
About Herāt
Herāt is located in Afghanistan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 574,300. It runs on Asia/Kabul time, currently UTC+4:30 relative to UTC. Herāt does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryAfghanistan
- Population574,300
- Latitude34.3482°
- Longitude62.1997°
- Time zoneAsia/Kabul
- Current UTC offsetUTC+4:30
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Herāt Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Herāt's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Herāt
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Daylight Saving Time
Herāt does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+4:30 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Herāt
What time zone is Herāt in?
Herāt, Afghanistan uses the Asia/Kabul time zone. It is currently on UTC+4:30. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Herāt observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Herāt does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+4:30 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Herāt today?
The sun rises at 6:23 AM and sets at 5:52 PM in Herāt today, giving 11h 29m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Herāt and New York City?
New York City is 8 hours and 30 minutes behind Herāt right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Herāt?
Herāt is currently UTC+4:30. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.