Current Time in Dhaka, Bangladesh

View the live clock for Dhaka, Asia/Dhaka (UTC+6), plus DST status, time comparisons, and meeting export options.

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Dhaka Standard TimeGMT +06Tue, Jul 21
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Coordinated Universal TimeGMT +00Tue, Jul 21
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Dhaka Time Details

See the current local time in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in the Asia/Dhaka timezone. This page shows UTC+6 and confirms that Dhaka does not observe DST.

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Compare and Schedule

Compare Dhaka time with other cities using the hour-by-hour grid, then export meetings to Google Calendar, Gmail, or an ICS file.

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DST and IANA Accuracy

Track daylight saving history and automatic timezone updates for Asia/Dhaka. Data is based on the IANA timezone database for accurate local time handling.

How to Check Current Time in Dhaka, Bangladesh

  1. Open the Dhaka converter page: Go to https://www.xconvert.com/time-converter/bangladesh/dhaka to see Dhaka, Bangladesh already loaded in the comparison grid. This is useful when you are planning a client call with a Dhaka-based garment exporter, checking a factory handoff in the Bangladesh manufacturing corridor, or coordinating with a remote team in the capital.

  2. Add the cities you need to compare: Click + Add City and search for places such as New York, London, Dubai, or Tokyo. Those comparisons are especially practical for finance teams, global support desks, and logistics managers who need to align Dhaka, Bangladesh working hours with overseas partners.

  3. Drag on the timeline to pick a meeting window: Use the 24-hour grid to drag across a time range, then adjust the purple selection with the left and right handles until it fits your meeting. For example, if you select a morning slot in Dhaka, Bangladesh, you can immediately see how that overlaps with evening in New York, early morning in London, and midday in Tokyo.

  4. Export the schedule once you find a match: When the range is selected, use ICS download, Google Calendar, Gmail, Copy to clipboard, or Share link to send the meeting time to your team. This is especially helpful for distributed teams coordinating across Dhaka, Bangladesh, North America, Europe, and Asia without manually converting the time again.

About Dhaka Time Zone

Dhaka, Bangladesh uses the IANA time zone Asia/Dhaka and stays on UTC+6 all year. That makes it a stable reference point for scheduling because the city does not observe daylight saving time, so the clock does not shift between summer and winter.

This matters for business planning across South Asia and beyond because Dhaka, Bangladesh sits in a time zone that is ahead of Europe and North America but behind East Asia and Australia. For companies working with apparel sourcing, software outsourcing, shipping, and regional trade, that fixed UTC+6 offset makes recurring meetings easier to standardize, especially when coordinating with neighboring zones that do change seasonally.

Dhaka, Bangladesh is the capital and largest city of the country, so it functions as the main administrative and commercial center for national operations. When you compare it with nearby business hubs, you will often see that London and New York shift seasonally while Dhaka remains steady, which is why a single meeting time in Dhaka can map differently across those markets depending on the month.

Dhaka City Details

Dhaka, Bangladesh has a population of 10,356,500, making it one of the largest urban centers in South Asia. Its coordinates are 23.7104°, 90.40744°, placing it in central Bangladesh on the fertile delta region that supports dense commerce, transport links, and government activity.

The local currency is BDT, which is essential for pricing work in Bangladesh, whether you are handling supplier invoices, hotel bookings, or domestic transport. The country dialing code is +880, which is commonly used for business calls, customer support, and travel coordination when confirming appointments with contacts in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Time Differences from Dhaka

In January, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 11 hours ahead of New York (UTC-5): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 10:00 PM the previous day in New York. In July, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 10 hours ahead of New York (UTC-4): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 11:00 PM the previous day in New York. This seasonal change is important for U.S. teams because a Dhaka morning standup can land late at night in New York, especially for finance, SaaS support, and outsourced development coordination.

In January, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 6 hours ahead of London (UTC+0): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 3:00 AM in London. In July, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 5 hours ahead of London (UTC+1): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 4:00 AM in London. That means a morning meeting in Dhaka, Bangladesh is usually too early for London teams, so late afternoon in Dhaka is often a better overlap for UK-based operations, trading desks, and procurement teams.

In January, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 3 hours behind Tokyo (UTC+9): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 12:00 PM in Tokyo. In July, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 3 hours behind Tokyo (UTC+9): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 12:00 PM in Tokyo. This steady gap makes Dhaka and Tokyo easier to coordinate than pairs that change seasonally, which helps with technology handoffs, regional product launches, and vendor management.

In January, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 5 hours behind Sydney (UTC+11): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 2:00 PM in Sydney. In July, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 4 hours behind Sydney (UTC+10): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 1:00 PM in Sydney. For teams working across Asia-Pacific, this gives a workable midday overlap for Dhaka, Bangladesh with Australia-based stakeholders.

In January, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 2 hours ahead of Dubai (UTC+4): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 7:00 AM in Dubai. In July, Dhaka, Bangladesh (UTC+6) is 2 hours ahead of Dubai (UTC+4): when it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 7:00 AM in Dubai. That consistent difference is useful for logistics, trading, and travel planning because Dhaka and Dubai often coordinate cargo, sourcing, and regional business travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is Dhaka in?

Dhaka, Bangladesh is in Asia/Dhaka, which uses UTC+6 throughout the year. This is the standard time used for government offices, banks, airlines, and most business scheduling in Bangladesh.

Does Dhaka observe daylight saving time?

No, Dhaka, Bangladesh does not observe daylight saving time. The city stays on UTC+6 all year, so meeting times do not shift between winter and summer the way they do in New York or London.

What is the time difference between Dhaka and New York?

The time difference changes by season because New York shifts for daylight saving time while Dhaka, Bangladesh does not. In January, Dhaka is 11 hours ahead of New York, and in July it is 10 hours ahead of New York. That means a 9:00 AM meeting in Dhaka is 10:00 PM the previous day in New York in January, and 11:00 PM the previous day in July.

What is the best time to call Dhaka from the US or UK?

For the US, calling Dhaka, Bangladesh during your evening usually lands in Dhaka’s morning, but the exact overlap depends on whether you are on East Coast time in January or July. For the UK, late afternoon in London is often the most practical window because Dhaka is 6 hours ahead in January and 5 hours ahead in July, while a 9:00 AM Dhaka call would be 3:00 AM in London in January and 4:00 AM in July.

What is the UTC offset for Dhaka?

Dhaka, Bangladesh uses UTC+6. There is no seasonal adjustment, so the offset stays the same for travel planning, recurring meetings, and calendar invites throughout the year.

What currency does Dhaka use?

Dhaka, Bangladesh uses the BDT currency. This matters for hotel rates, taxi fares, local vendor payments, and business invoices when you are budgeting for travel or operations in the city.

How far ahead is Dhaka from Dubai?

Dhaka, Bangladesh is 2 hours ahead of Dubai in both January and July. When it is 9:00 AM in Dhaka, it is 7:00 AM in Dubai, which makes early-day coordination possible for trade, shipping, and regional business calls.