Current Time in Dubai
Live Dubai time with automatic updates
About Dubai Time
Dubai follows the Asia/Dubai time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Dubai.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Dubai's official time zone (Asia/Dubai), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Dubai is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Dubai 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 Dubai:
- •Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Friday: Closed or 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (some businesses)
Note: Friday is the holy day. Work week is Sunday-Thursday
Dubai Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Burj Khalifa
- •Dubai Mall
- •Palm Jumeirah
- •Burj Al Arab
- •Dubai Marina
💼 Major Companies
- •Emirates
- •DP World
- •Emaar Properties
- •Dubai Islamic Bank
- •DEWA
- •Etisalat
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Important but flexible. Relationships valued over strict timing.
Business Etiquette:
Conservative dress. Ramadan affects business hours. Friday prayers observed.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
1:00 AM - 9:00 AM EST (9 AM - 5 PM Dubai)
From Europe:
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM CET (10 AM - 6 PM Dubai)
From Asia:
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM JST (7 AM - 3 PM Dubai)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Dubai:
🎉Eid al-Fitr
3-4 days, businesses closed
Typically: End of Ramadan
🎉Eid al-Adha
3-4 days, businesses closed
Typically: 2 months after Eid al-Fitr
🎉UAE National Day
2 days holiday
Typically: December 2-3
🎉Islamic New Year
Public holiday
Typically: Varies each year
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 Dubai World Clock
Our Dubai 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 Dubai.