Current Time in Bangkok
The current local time in Bangkok, Thailand, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Bangkok’s official time zone (Asia/Bangkok) — never hardcoded. Bangkok keeps UTC+7 year-round.
Bangkok vs other Asia-Pacific cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Bangkok.
| City | Current time | vs Bangkok |
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| Tokyo Japan | --:--:-- | |
| Singapore Singapore | --:--:-- | |
| Hong Kong Hong Kong | --:--:-- | |
| Shanghai China | --:--:-- | |
| Seoul South Korea | --:--:-- | |
| Taipei Taiwan | --:--:-- | |
| Jakarta Indonesia | --:--:-- | |
| Manila Philippines | --:--:-- | |
| Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | --:--:-- | |
| Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam | --:--:-- |
How to read the time in Bangkok
- 01 The large clock shows Bangkok’s current local time, ticking every second in 24-hour format, with the 12-hour (AM/PM) time beside it.
- 02 Read the zone label and UTC offset to see how Bangkok relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Bangkok time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Bangkok in?
Bangkok, Thailand uses the Asia/Bangkok time zone (IANA identifier). Bangkok stays on UTC+7 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Bangkok observe daylight saving time?
No. Bangkok keeps the same offset (UTC+7) throughout the year and does not adjust its clocks seasonally, so its local time relative to UTC never changes.
What is the time difference between Bangkok and Tokyo?
The gap between Bangkok and Tokyo depends on the current daylight-saving state of each city, so it can shift during the year. The live reference table above shows exactly how many hours Tokyo and other cities are ahead of or behind Bangkok right now.
Is this Bangkok clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Bangkok's official IANA time zone (Asia/Bangkok) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.