Current Time in Manila
Live Manila time with automatic updates
About Manila Time
Manila follows the Asia/Manila time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Manila.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Manila's official time zone (Asia/Manila), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Manila is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Manila 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 Manila:
- •Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- •Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (some offices)
- •Sunday: Closed except malls
Note: Traffic is severe - meetings often delayed. Malls are social/business hubs
Manila Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Intramuros
- •Rizal Park
- •Manila Bay
- •Fort Santiago
- •San Agustin Church
💼 Major Companies
- •SM Investments
- •Ayala Corporation
- •BDO Unibank
- •PLDT
- •Jollibee
- •San Miguel Corporation
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Filipino time - 15-30 minutes late is common. Traffic is accepted excuse.
Business Etiquette:
Respectful and hierarchical. Sir/Ma'am commonly used. Personal relationships important.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
7:00 PM - 4:00 AM EST (8 AM - 5 PM Manila)
From Europe:
1:00 AM - 10:00 AM CET (8 AM - 5 PM Manila)
From Asia:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM PHT
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Manila:
🎉Holy Week
Maundy Thursday to Black Saturday
Typically: March/April
🎉Independence Day
National holiday
Typically: June 12
🎉Bonifacio Day
National hero day
Typically: November 30
🎉Christmas Season
Celebrations start September
Typically: September - January
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
Related Cities
Using the Manila World Clock
Our Manila 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 Manila.