Current Time in Anuradhapura
About Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is located in Sri Lanka, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Asia/Colombo time, currently UTC+5:30 relative to UTC. Anuradhapura does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySri Lanka
- Population60,943
- Latitude8.3122°
- Longitude80.4131°
- Time zoneAsia/Colombo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:30
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Anuradhapura Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Anuradhapura's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Anuradhapura
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Daylight Saving Time
Anuradhapura does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Anuradhapura
What time zone is Anuradhapura in?
Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka uses the Asia/Colombo time zone. It is currently on UTC+5:30. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Anuradhapura observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Anuradhapura does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+5:30 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Anuradhapura today?
The sun rises at 5:55 AM and sets at 5:54 PM in Anuradhapura today, giving 11h 58m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Anuradhapura and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours and 30 minutes behind Anuradhapura right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Anuradhapura?
Anuradhapura is currently UTC+5:30. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.