Current Time in Colombo

Live Colombo time with automatic updates

04:08:50
Monday, July 7, 2025
Time Zone: Asia/ColomboUTC+00:00

About Colombo Time

Colombo follows the Asia/Colombo time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Colombo.

Time Zone Information

The time shown is based on Colombo's official time zone (Asia/Colombo), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.

Colombo is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).

Understanding the local time in Colombo 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 Colombo:

  • Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (some offices)
  • Sunday: Closed

Note: Multi-religious society. Poya days (Buddhist holidays) are public holidays monthly

🌍 Time Differences

Current time in other major cities:

Colombo Landmarks & Business

🏛️ Famous Landmarks

  • Gangaramaya Temple
  • Galle Face Green
  • National Museum
  • Viharamahadevi Park
  • Colombo Lotus Tower

💼 Major Companies

  • Ceylon Tea
  • Dialog Axiata
  • John Keells Holdings
  • Commercial Bank of Ceylon
  • Sri Lankan Airlines
  • Hayleys

Business Culture & Communication

🤝 Cultural Notes

Punctuality:

Appreciated but flexible. Hierarchy respected. Tea central to culture. Multiple religions coexist.

Business Etiquette:

Conservative dress. Remove shoes in temples/homes. Right hand for greetings. English widely used.

📞 Best Times to Call

From US Eastern:

10:30 PM - 6:30 AM EST (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Colombo)

From Europe:

4:30 AM - 12:30 PM CET (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Colombo)

From Asia:

11:30 AM - 7:30 PM JST (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Colombo)

Major Public Holidays

Important holidays that may affect business operations in Colombo:

🎉Sinhala and Tamil New Year

Major celebration

Typically: April 13-14

🎉Vesak

Buddha's birth, enlightenment, death

Typically: May

🎉Independence Day

From British rule

Typically: February 4

🎉Deepavali

Festival of lights

Typically: October/November

Time Zone Facts

DST Status

Currently observing DST

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UTC Offset

+00:00 from UTC

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Coverage

Multiple cities in the region

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Using the Colombo World Clock

Our Colombo world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Colombo.

Features of our world clock include:

Real-time updates every second
Easy time zone conversion
Business hours reference
Related cities with current times
Daylight Saving Time information