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Kathmandu is in the Nepal Standard Time (NPT).
The UTC offset is UTC+5:45.
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About the Kathmandu Time Zone
Daylight Saving Time in Kathmandu
Nepal does not observe daylight saving time. Kathmandu remains on Nepal Standard Time (NPT, UTC+5:45) year-round.
About Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and the gateway to the Himalayas. It uses one of the world's most unusual timezone offsets — UTC+5:45.
Kathmandu is important for trekking tourism, Himalayan expeditions, and Nepal's IT sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Kathmandu in?+
Kathmandu is in Nepal Standard Time (NPT), which is UTC+5:45.
Why does Nepal use UTC+5:45?+
Nepal chose this to differentiate itself from India (UTC+5:30) and China (UTC+8).
Does Kathmandu observe daylight saving time?+
No.
How many hours ahead of London is Kathmandu?+
5 hours 45 minutes in winter, 4 hours 45 minutes in summer.
What is NPT?+
NPT stands for Nepal Standard Time (UTC+5:45).
What time is it in Kathmandu now?
The current local time in Kathmandu is displayed above and updates every second. Kathmandu is in the Nepal Standard Time (NPT), UTC offset UTC+5:45.
What time zone is Kathmandu in?
Kathmandu is in Nepal Standard Time (NPT). The UTC offset is UTC+5:45.