Current Time in Ashgabat
About Ashgabat
Ashgabat is located in Turkmenistan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 727,700. It runs on Asia/Ashgabat time, currently UTC+5:00 relative to UTC. Ashgabat does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryTurkmenistan
- Population727,700
- Latitude37.9500°
- Longitude58.3833°
- Time zoneAsia/Ashgabat
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Ashgabat Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Ashgabat's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Ashgabat
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Daylight Saving Time
Ashgabat does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Ashgabat
What time zone is Ashgabat in?
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan uses the Asia/Ashgabat time zone. It is currently on UTC+5:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Ashgabat observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Ashgabat does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+5:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Ashgabat today?
The sun rises at 7:11 AM and sets at 6:35 PM in Ashgabat today, giving 11h 24m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Ashgabat and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours behind Ashgabat right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Ashgabat?
Ashgabat is currently UTC+5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.