Current Time in Kaesŏng
About Kaesŏng
Kaesŏng is located in North Korea, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 338,155. It runs on Asia/Pyongyang time, currently UTC+9:00 relative to UTC. Kaesŏng does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryNorth Korea
- Population338,155
- Latitude37.9708°
- Longitude126.5544°
- Time zoneAsia/Pyongyang
- Current UTC offsetUTC+9:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Kaesŏng Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kaesŏng's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kaesŏng
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Daylight Saving Time
Kaesŏng does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+9:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Kaesŏng
What time zone is Kaesŏng in?
Kaesŏng, 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 Kaesŏng observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Kaesŏng 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 Kaesŏng today?
The sun rises at 6:37 AM and sets at 6:04 PM in Kaesŏng today, giving 11h 27m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kaesŏng and New York City?
New York City is 13 hours behind Kaesŏng right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kaesŏng?
Kaesŏng is currently UTC+9:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.