Current Time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh currently observes Arabian Standard Time (GMT+3, UTC+3).
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About Riyadh
Riyadh serves as the capital of Saudi Arabia. It is one of the largest cities in Saudi Arabia, with about 4.2 million residents. Clocks in Riyadh follow the Asia/Riyadh time zone (UTC+3). It shares this time zone with Jeddah and Makkah. The city's primary airport carries the code RUH.
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Riyadh time zone details
Riyadh does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Riyadh in?
Riyadh is in the Asia/Riyadh time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC+3.
What is the current time in Riyadh?
It is currently 2:01 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Does Riyadh observe daylight saving time?
Riyadh does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Riyadh today?
Sunrise today is at 5:04 AM and sunset at 6:45 PM — 13 hours 40 minutes of daylight.
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