Current Time in Galle
About Galle
Galle is located in Sri Lanka, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Asia/Colombo time, currently UTC+5:30 relative to UTC. Galle does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySri Lanka
- Population93,118
- Latitude6.0461°
- Longitude80.2103°
- Time zoneAsia/Colombo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:30
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Galle Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Galle's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Galle
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Daylight Saving Time
Galle does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Galle
What time zone is Galle in?
Galle, 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 Galle observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Galle 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 Galle today?
The sun rises at 5:55 AM and sets at 5:56 PM in Galle today, giving 12h 0m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Galle and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours and 30 minutes behind Galle right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Galle?
Galle is currently UTC+5:30. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.