Current Time in Taipei
The current local time in Taipei, Taiwan, updated live every second.
Note The time is computed in your browser from Taipei’s official time zone (Asia/Taipei) — never hardcoded. Taipei keeps UTC+8 year-round.
Taipei vs other Asia-Pacific cities, right now
Live current time in nearby major cities, and how far each is ahead of or behind Taipei.
| City | Current time | vs Taipei |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Japan | --:--:-- | |
| Singapore Singapore | --:--:-- | |
| Hong Kong Hong Kong | --:--:-- | |
| Shanghai China | --:--:-- | |
| Seoul South Korea | --:--:-- | |
| Bangkok Thailand | --:--:-- | |
| Jakarta Indonesia | --:--:-- | |
| Manila Philippines | --:--:-- | |
| Kuala Lumpur Malaysia | --:--:-- | |
| Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam | --:--:-- |
How to read the time in Taipei
- 01 The large clock shows Taipei’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 Taipei relates to Coordinated Universal Time — it updates itself when daylight saving changes.
- 03Use the “ahead of / behind your local time” line to convert Taipei time to your own instantly.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Taipei in?
Taipei, Taiwan uses the Asia/Taipei time zone (IANA identifier). Taipei stays on UTC+8 all year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving time.
Does Taipei observe daylight saving time?
No. Taipei keeps the same offset (UTC+8) 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 Taipei and Tokyo?
The gap between Taipei 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 Taipei right now.
Is this Taipei clock accurate and free?
Yes. The time is calculated live in your browser from Taipei's official IANA time zone (Asia/Taipei) and your device clock — nothing is hardcoded and nothing is uploaded. It is completely free and needs no sign-up.