Current Time in Varanasi, India
Varanasi currently observes India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30).
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About Varanasi
Varanasi is a city located in India. It is one of the largest cities in India, with about 1.2 million residents. Varanasi keeps Asia/Kolkata time (UTC+5:30). It shares this time zone with Mumbai and Delhi. Its main airport uses the IATA code VNS.
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Varanasi does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Varanasi in?
Varanasi is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone and observes India Standard Time (IST). The current UTC offset is UTC+5:30.
What is the current time in Varanasi?
It is currently 4:34 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Varanasi, India.
Does Varanasi observe daylight saving time?
Varanasi does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Varanasi today?
Sunrise today is at 5:08 AM and sunset at 6:51 PM — 13 hours 43 minutes of daylight.
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