Current Time in Shymkent
About Shymkent
Shymkent is located in Kazakhstan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,200,000. It runs on Asia/Almaty time, currently UTC+5:00 relative to UTC. Shymkent does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryKazakhstan
- Population1,200,000
- Latitude42.3099°
- Longitude69.6004°
- Time zoneAsia/Almaty
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Shymkent Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Shymkent's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Shymkent
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Daylight Saving Time
Shymkent 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 Shymkent
What time zone is Shymkent in?
Shymkent, 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 Shymkent observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Shymkent 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 Shymkent today?
The sun rises at 6:29 AM and sets at 5:47 PM in Shymkent today, giving 11h 17m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Shymkent and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours behind Shymkent right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Shymkent?
Shymkent is currently UTC+5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.