Current Time in Gwangju, South Korea
Gwangju currently observes Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9).
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About Gwangju
Gwangju is a city located in South Korea. It is one of the largest cities in South Korea, with about 1.4 million residents. Gwangju keeps Asia/Seoul time (UTC+9). It shares this time zone with Seoul and Busan. Its main airport uses the IATA code KWJ.
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Gwangju does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Gwangju in?
Gwangju is in the Asia/Seoul time zone and observes Korea Standard Time (KST). The current UTC offset is UTC+9.
What is the current time in Gwangju?
It is currently 8:06 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Gwangju, South Korea.
Does Gwangju observe daylight saving time?
Gwangju does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Gwangju today?
Sunrise today is at 5:18 AM and sunset at 7:49 PM — 14 hours 32 minutes of daylight.
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