Current Time in Ar Raqqah
About Ar Raqqah
Ar Raqqah is located in Syria, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 531,952. It runs on Asia/Damascus time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Ar Raqqah does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySyria
- Population531,952
- Latitude35.9528°
- Longitude39.0079°
- Time zoneAsia/Damascus
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Ar Raqqah Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Ar Raqqah's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Ar Raqqah
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Daylight Saving Time
Ar Raqqah does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Ar Raqqah
What time zone is Ar Raqqah in?
Ar Raqqah, Syria uses the Asia/Damascus time zone. It is currently on UTC+3:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Ar Raqqah observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Ar Raqqah does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+3:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Ar Raqqah today?
The sun rises at 6:27 AM and sets at 5:54 PM in Ar Raqqah today, giving 11h 27m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Ar Raqqah and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Ar Raqqah right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Ar Raqqah?
Ar Raqqah is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.