Current Time in Samarkand
About Samarkand
Samarkand is located in Uzbekistan, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 595,200. It runs on Asia/Samarkand time, currently UTC+5:00 relative to UTC. Samarkand does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryUzbekistan
- Population595,200
- Latitude39.6546°
- Longitude66.9645°
- Time zoneAsia/Samarkand
- Current UTC offsetUTC+5:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Samarkand Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Samarkand's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Samarkand
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Samarkand does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+5:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Samarkand
What time zone is Samarkand in?
Samarkand, Uzbekistan uses the Asia/Samarkand time zone. It is currently on UTC+5:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Samarkand observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Samarkand 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 Samarkand today?
The sun rises at 6:38 AM and sets at 5:59 PM in Samarkand today, giving 11h 21m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Samarkand and New York City?
New York City is 9 hours behind Samarkand right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Samarkand?
Samarkand is currently UTC+5:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.