Current Time in Dubai

Live Dubai time with automatic updates

05:45:37
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Time Zone: Asia/DubaiUTC+00:00

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

🌍 Time Differences

Current time in other major cities:

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

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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 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.

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