Current Time in Almaty
About Almaty
Almaty is located in Kazakhstan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,977,011. It runs on Asia/Almaty time, currently UTC+5:00 relative to UTC. Almaty does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryKazakhstan
- Population1,977,011
- Latitude43.2525°
- Longitude76.9115°
- Time zoneAsia/Almaty
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Almaty Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Almaty's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Almaty
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Almaty does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Almaty
What time zone is Almaty in?
Almaty, Kazakhstan uses the Asia/Almaty time zone. It is currently on UTC+5:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Almaty observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Almaty does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+5:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Almaty today?
The sun rises at 6:01 AM and sets at 5:17 PM in Almaty today, giving 11h 16m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Almaty and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours behind Almaty right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Almaty?
Almaty is currently UTC+5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.