Korea Standard Time (KST) — Current Time Now

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UTC+9 Korean Peninsula

About Korea Standard Time (KST)

Korea Standard Time (KST) is a time zone in Korean Peninsula with offset UTC+9. It serves approximately ~80 million people across multiple countries and territories.

UTC Offset & DST

  • Standard offset: UTC+9
  • DST offset: N/A (no DST)
  • Daylight Saving: No — this time zone stays at UTC+9 year-round.
  • IANA zones: Asia/Seoul, Asia/Pyongyang

Converting KST to Other Time Zones

To convert KST time to your local time, use our time zone converter. Check the time difference calculator for popular city pairs.

Major Cities in KST

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Korea Standard Time (KST)?

Korea Standard Time (KST) is a time zone with offset UTC+9 covering Korean Peninsula.

Does KST observe daylight saving time?

No, Korea Standard Time does not observe daylight saving time. The offset stays at UTC+9 all year.

What cities are in KST?

Major cities include Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Gwangju, Incheon, Jeju City, Seoul, Suwon, and more.

How do I convert KST to my time zone?

Use our time zone converter to convert KST to any other time zone.

What is the current time in KST?

The current time is shown in the live clock above. KST is UTC+9.