Current Time in Pyongyang
About Pyongyang
Pyongyang is located in North Korea, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 3,222,000. It runs on Asia/Pyongyang time, currently UTC+9:00 relative to UTC. Pyongyang does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryNorth Korea
- Population3,222,000
- Latitude39.0339°
- Longitude125.7543°
- Time zoneAsia/Pyongyang
- Current UTC offsetUTC+9:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Pyongyang Today
For Monday, October 12, 2026, calculated from Pyongyang's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Pyongyang
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Pyongyang 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 Pyongyang
What time zone is Pyongyang in?
Pyongyang, 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 Pyongyang observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Pyongyang 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 Pyongyang today?
The sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 6:05 PM in Pyongyang today, giving 11h 23m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Pyongyang and New York City?
New York City is 13 hours behind Pyongyang right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Pyongyang?
Pyongyang is currently UTC+9:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.