Sri Lanka — Time & Date Guide
Complete time and date reference for Sri Lanka. Find the current timezone, UTC offset, public holidays, DST schedule, sunrise and sunset times, and links to live clocks for major cities.
Key Facts
Primary Timezone
Asia/Colombo
UTC Offset (Standard)
UTC+5:30
Capital
Colombo
DST
Not observed
Calling Code
+94
Currency
LKR
Region
Asia
Country Code
LK
Current Time in Sri Lanka
The primary timezone is Asia/Colombo (currently UTC+5:30). Sri Lanka has 1 major city tracked below.
View Sri Lanka World Clock →| City | Timezone |
|---|---|
| Colombo | Asia/Colombo |
Public Holidays in Sri Lanka — 2026
View the complete list of official public holidays in Sri Lanka for 2026 and other years, including national holidays and observances.
Sri Lanka Holidays 2026 →Sunrise & Sunset in Sri Lanka
Find daily sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for cities in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Sunrise & Sunset →Daylight Saving Time in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+5:30 remains constant year-round.
Sri Lanka DST 2026 →Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is Sri Lanka in?
Sri Lanka uses the Asia/Colombo timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC+5:30.
Does Sri Lanka observe daylight saving time?
No, Sri Lanka does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+5:30 stays the same year-round.
What are the public holidays in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka has a number of official public holidays throughout the year. You can view the complete list for 2026 and other years on the Sri Lanka holidays page on TimeandTool.
What is the capital of Sri Lanka?
The capital of Sri Lanka is Colombo. The country's calling code is +94 and its currency is LKR.
What is the current time in Sri Lanka?
The current UTC offset in Sri Lanka is UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo). Visit the world clock page for Sri Lanka to see live times for cities in the country.