Current Time in Dhaka
Live Dhaka time with automatic updates
About Dhaka Time
Dhaka follows the Asia/Dhaka time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Dhaka.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Dhaka's official time zone (Asia/Dhaka), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Dhaka is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Dhaka 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 Dhaka:
- •Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Friday - Saturday: Weekend
- •Banks: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Note: Friday-Saturday weekend. Traffic congestion severe. Monsoon season June-October
Dhaka Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Lalbagh Fort
- •Ahsan Manzil
- •National Parliament House
- •Dhakeshwari Temple
- •Liberation War Museum
💼 Major Companies
- •Grameenphone
- •BRAC
- •Beximco
- •Square Group
- •Walton
- •Bashundhara Group
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Flexible due to traffic. Hierarchy important. Tea culture strong. Hospitality valued.
Business Etiquette:
Conservative dress. Right hand for greetings. Islamic customs observed. Bengali and English used.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
11:00 PM - 7:00 AM EST (9 AM - 5 PM Dhaka)
From Europe:
5:00 AM - 1:00 PM CET (9 AM - 5 PM Dhaka)
From Asia:
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM JST (9 AM - 5 PM Dhaka)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Dhaka:
🎉Victory Day
National celebration
Typically: December 16
🎉Independence Day
From Pakistan
Typically: March 26
🎉Language Movement Day
Mother language celebration
Typically: February 21
🎉Pohela Boishakh
Bengali New Year
Typically: April 14
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 Dhaka World Clock
Our Dhaka 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 Dhaka.