Current Time in Kingston, Jamaica
Kingston currently observes Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5).
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About Kingston
Kingston serves as the capital of Jamaica. It has a population of about 937,700. Kingston keeps America/Jamaica time (UTC−5). The city's primary airport carries the code KIN.
Sunrise and sunset in Kingston
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Kingston time zone details
Kingston does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kingston in?
Kingston is in the America/Jamaica time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC−5.
What is the current time in Kingston?
It is currently 6:02 AM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Kingston, Jamaica.
Does Kingston observe daylight saving time?
Kingston does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Kingston today?
Sunrise today is at 5:32 AM and sunset at 6:45 PM — 13 hours 12 minutes of daylight.
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