Current Time in Doha
Live Doha time with automatic updates
About Doha Time
Doha follows the Asia/Qatar time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Doha.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Doha's official time zone (Asia/Qatar), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Doha is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Doha 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 Doha:
- •Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Friday: Closed or reduced hours
- •Saturday: Some businesses open
Note: Air conditioning essential. Ramadan affects all schedules
Doha Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Museum of Islamic Art
- •Souq Waqif
- •The Pearl
- •Katara Cultural Village
- •Aspire Tower
💼 Major Companies
- •Qatar Airways
- •Qatar Petroleum
- •Ooredoo
- •Qatar National Bank
- •beIN Sports
- •Qatari Diar
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Important for business. Relationships valued highly.
Business Etiquette:
Conservative dress. Gender considerations. Arabic coffee (qahwa) offered. Patience important.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
2:00 AM - 10:00 AM EST (9 AM - 5 PM Doha)
From Europe:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM CET (9 AM - 5 PM Doha)
From Asia:
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM JST (8 AM - 4 PM Doha)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Doha:
🎉Eid al-Fitr
End of Ramadan, 3 days
Typically: Varies by lunar calendar
🎉Eid al-Adha
Feast of Sacrifice, 3 days
Typically: Varies by lunar calendar
🎉National Day
Qatar independence
Typically: December 18
🎉Sports Day
National fitness day
Typically: Second Tuesday in February
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 Doha World Clock
Our Doha 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 Doha.