Current Time in Matara
About Matara
Matara is located in Sri Lanka, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Asia/Colombo time, currently UTC+5:30 relative to UTC. Matara does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySri Lanka
- Population76,254
- Latitude5.9485°
- Longitude80.5353°
- Time zoneAsia/Colombo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:30
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Matara Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Matara's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Matara
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Matara does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:30 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Matara
What time zone is Matara in?
Matara, 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 Matara observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Matara 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 Matara today?
The sun rises at 5:54 AM and sets at 5:55 PM in Matara today, giving 12h 0m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Matara and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours and 30 minutes behind Matara right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Matara?
Matara is currently UTC+5:30. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.