Current Time in Almaty
Live Almaty time with automatic updates
About Almaty Time
Almaty follows the Asia/Almaty time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Almaty.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Almaty's official time zone (Asia/Almaty), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Almaty is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Almaty is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Almaty:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (retail)
- •Sunday: Closed
Note: Former capital. Business hub. Mountain city with skiing nearby. Russian widely spoken
Almaty Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Kok-Tobe Hill
- •Central State Museum
- •Zenkov Cathedral
- •Green Bazaar
- •Big Almaty Lake
💼 Major Companies
- •Halyk Bank
- •Air Astana
- •KazMunayGas
- •Kcell
- •Kaspi Bank
- •ForteBank
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Important. Mix of Kazakh and Russian culture. Business formal. Hierarchy observed.
Business Etiquette:
Firm handshakes. Business cards exchanged. Russian or Kazakh language appreciated. Toasting at dinners.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
12:00 AM - 9:00 AM EST (9 AM - 6 PM Almaty)
From Europe:
6:00 AM - 3:00 PM CET (9 AM - 6 PM Almaty)
From Asia:
1:00 PM - 10:00 PM JST (9 AM - 6 PM Almaty)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Almaty:
🎉Nauryz
Kazakh New Year
Typically: March 21-23
🎉Victory Day
WWII commemoration
Typically: May 9
🎉Independence Day
From Soviet Union
Typically: December 16
🎉First President Day
Honors Nazarbayev
Typically: December 1
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
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Using the Almaty World Clock
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