Current Time in Taraz
About Taraz
Taraz is located in Kazakhstan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 358,153. It runs on Asia/Almaty time, currently UTC+5:00 relative to UTC. Taraz does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryKazakhstan
- Population358,153
- Latitude42.8980°
- Longitude71.3733°
- Time zoneAsia/Almaty
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Taraz Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Taraz's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Taraz
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Daylight Saving Time
Taraz does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Taraz
What time zone is Taraz in?
Taraz, 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 Taraz observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Taraz 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 Taraz today?
The sun rises at 6:23 AM and sets at 5:39 PM in Taraz today, giving 11h 16m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Taraz and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours behind Taraz right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Taraz?
Taraz is currently UTC+5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.