Current Time in Hamhŭng
About Hamhŭng
Hamhŭng is located in North Korea, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 559,056. It runs on Asia/Pyongyang time, currently UTC+9:00 relative to UTC. Hamhŭng does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryNorth Korea
- Population559,056
- Latitude39.9183°
- Longitude127.5364°
- Time zoneAsia/Pyongyang
- Current UTC offsetUTC+9:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Hamhŭng Today
For Monday, October 12, 2026, calculated from Hamhŭng's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Hamhŭng
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Hamhŭng does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+9:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Hamhŭng
What time zone is Hamhŭng in?
Hamhŭng, North Korea uses the Asia/Pyongyang time zone. It is currently on KST (UTC+9:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Hamhŭng observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Hamhŭng does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+9:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Hamhŭng today?
The sun rises at 6:35 AM and sets at 5:57 PM in Hamhŭng today, giving 11h 21m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Hamhŭng and New York City?
New York City is 13 hours behind Hamhŭng right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Hamhŭng?
Hamhŭng is currently UTC+9:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.