Current Time in Dhaka
The current local time in Dhaka, Bangladesh, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Dhaka’s official time zone (Asia/Dhaka) — never hardcoded. Dhaka keeps UTC+6 year-round.
Dhaka vs other Asia-Pacific cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Dhaka.
How to read the time in Dhaka
- 01 The large clock shows Dhaka’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 Dhaka relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Dhaka time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Dhaka in?
Dhaka, Bangladesh uses the Asia/Dhaka time zone (IANA identifier). Dhaka stays on UTC+6 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Dhaka observe daylight saving time?
No. Dhaka keeps the same offset (UTC+6) 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 Dhaka and Tokyo?
The gap between Dhaka 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 Dhaka right now.
Is this Dhaka clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Dhaka's official IANA time zone (Asia/Dhaka) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.