Nepal — Time & Date Guide
Complete time and date reference for Nepal. 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/Kathmandu
UTC Offset (Standard)
UTC+5:45
Capital
Kathmandu
DST
Not observed
Calling Code
+977
Currency
NPR
Region
Asia
Country Code
NP
Current Time in Nepal
The primary timezone is Asia/Kathmandu (currently UTC+5:45). Nepal has 1 major city tracked below.
View Nepal World Clock →| City | Timezone |
|---|---|
| Kathmandu | Asia/Kathmandu |
Public Holidays in Nepal — 2026
View the complete list of official public holidays in Nepal for 2026 and other years, including national holidays and observances.
Nepal Holidays 2026 →Sunrise & Sunset in Nepal
Find daily sunrise, sunset, and golden hour times for cities in Nepal.
Nepal Sunrise & Sunset →Daylight Saving Time in Nepal
Nepal does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+5:45 remains constant year-round.
Nepal DST 2026 →Frequently Asked Questions
What timezone is Nepal in?
Nepal uses the Asia/Kathmandu timezone. The standard UTC offset is UTC+5:45.
Does Nepal observe daylight saving time?
No, Nepal does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset of UTC+5:45 stays the same year-round.
What are the public holidays in Nepal?
Nepal has a number of official public holidays throughout the year. You can view the complete list for 2026 and other years on the Nepal holidays page on TimeandTool.
What is the capital of Nepal?
The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu. The country's calling code is +977 and its currency is NPR.
What is the current time in Nepal?
The current UTC offset in Nepal is UTC+5:45 (Asia/Kathmandu). Visit the world clock page for Nepal to see live times for cities in the country.