Updated Dec 2025

Current Time in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Name: Dubai
Address: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Check the current local time in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Dubai uses the Asia/Dubai time zone, with GST (UTC +4:00) during standard time.

Sunrise today

5:29 PM

Sunset today

7:10 AM

Day length

13h 40m

Population

3.3 M

Coordinates: 25.2048° N, 55.2708° E · Elevation: 16 m · Sun data calculated for today, June 12, 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Live Clock

6:19:53 AM

GST Live timezone

Friday, June 12, 2026

Dubai Time Zone

Time Zone

Asia/Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Current zone: GST

Source: IANA Time Zone Database

Standard Time

GST

UTC +4:00

Used outside daylight saving time

Daylight Time

Not Observed

Year-round standard time

Next DST Change

No DST change

Standard time year-round

No seasonal offset changes

About Dubai Time (GST)

Dubai operates on GST — Gulf Standard Time (UTC +4:00) year-round. The UAE does not observe daylight saving time, meaning Dubai maintains a constant UTC +4:00 offset in every season. This stability, combined with Dubai's position as the Middle East's premier business and financial hub, makes it a reliable scheduling anchor for companies operating across the Gulf region.

Dubai's timezone places it in a uniquely advantageous position for global business. It is 4 hours ahead of UTC, meaning it overlaps with European mornings (London is 4 hours behind) and Asian afternoons (Singapore is 4 hours ahead, Tokyo is 5 hours ahead). When Dubai's business day opens at 9:00 AM GST, London is at 5:00 AM GMT — early, but already seeing pre-market financial activity. By the time London's market opens at 8:00 AM GMT, it's already 12:00 PM (noon) in Dubai.

The UAE observes a Monday-to-Friday working week — a shift that took effect in January 2022 when the UAE changed from its previous Saturday-to-Wednesday government schedule to align with global business practices. This makes scheduling with Dubai dramatically simpler than it was before 2022, as the weekend now aligns with Europe, the Americas, and most of Asia.

Dubai's global connectivity: Dubai International Airport (DXB) is consistently ranked among the world's busiest for international passengers, and the city hosts headquarters for major multinationals covering the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. For teams coordinating across this region, Dubai GST serves as a natural middle ground — 4 hours behind Mumbai (IST at UTC +5:30), 4 hours ahead of London (GMT), and 8 hours behind Singapore (SGT at UTC +8:00).

Business Hours & Best Time to Call Dubai

Dubai business hours run 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM GST, Monday to Friday (since January 2022).

Dubai Financial Market (DFM) hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM GST (Sunday–Thursday historically, now Mon–Fri)
Best time to call from London (GMT): 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM GMT (1:00–6:00 PM GST)
Best time to call from New York (EST): 4:00–8:00 AM EST (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM GST)
Best time to call from Mumbai (IST): 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM IST (9:00 AM – 2:30 PM GST)
Best time to call from Singapore (SGT): 1:00–6:00 PM SGT (9:00 AM – 2:00 PM GST)

Dubai vs Major Cities

UTC UTC +4:00

--:-- 4 hours ahead

London UTC +1:00

--:-- 3 hours ahead

New York UTC -4:00

--:-- 8 hours ahead

Singapore UTC +8:00

--:-- 4 hours behind

Tokyo UTC +9:00

--:-- 5 hours behind

Mumbai UTC +5:30

--:-- 1 hour and 30 minutes behind

Dubai Stock Exchange Hours

Local Exchange

DFM (Dubai Financial Market)

AED

Regular session (Dubai local time): 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Sun–Thu)

Markets open Sunday through Thursday (closed Fri–Sat for the weekend).

Other Cities in Asia/Dubai

These cities share the same time zone as Dubai — when it's 6:19:53 AM here, it's the same local time there.

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Other Cities in United Arab Emirates

Major cities in United Arab Emirates — some may be in a different time zone than Dubai if the country spans multiple zones.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Dubai time

What time is it in Dubai right now?

The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, updated every second. Right now, Dubai is on GST with a UTC offset of UTC +4:00. The time updates automatically — no need to refresh the page.

What timezone is Dubai in?

Dubai uses the Asia/Dubai timezone, fixed at GST (UTC +4:00) year-round with no daylight saving time. The offset never changes, making Dubai a predictable anchor for international scheduling.

How many hours ahead or behind is Dubai?

Dubai is currently UTC +4:00 from UTC. The offset is fixed year-round — always check the live clock above for the current difference.

Does Dubai observe daylight saving time?

No. Dubai stays on GST (UTC +4:00) year-round — no seasonal clock changes. This means the time difference between Dubai and cities that do observe DST will shift by one hour each spring and autumn when those cities change their clocks.

Is Dubai on GST right now?

Dubai is always on GST (UTC +4:00) — no daylight saving time. The offset is stable year-round, so Dubai is easy to schedule with. However, if you are calling from a city that observes DST, your local offset to Dubai will shift by one hour twice a year.

What is the best time to call Dubai from New York?

The best call window from New York to Dubai depends on the current offset. Dubai is currently UTC +4:00 from UTC. Aim for a time when both cities are comfortably within 9:00 AM–5:00 PM — use the time difference table on this page to find the current gap.

Does Dubai observe daylight saving time?

No. Dubai and the UAE use Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC +4:00) year-round — no daylight saving time. This makes Dubai one of the most stable timezone anchors in the Middle East for scheduling. Because the UAE does not change clocks, the offset to cities like London and New York shifts seasonally when those cities adjust for DST.

What is the best time to call Dubai from New York?

Dubai (GST, UTC +4:00) is 9 hours ahead of New York in winter (EST) and 8 hours ahead in summer (EDT). The only practical overlap window is 9:00–11:00 AM ET (5:00–7:00 PM or 6:00–8:00 PM Dubai), catching the end of Dubai's workday. Most Dubai businesses start at 8:00–9:00 AM and close by 5:00–6:00 PM GST.

Is Dubai in the same timezone as Abu Dhabi and Muscat?

Yes. Dubai and Abu Dhabi (both UAE) as well as Muscat (Oman) all use Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC +4:00) with no seasonal changes. Bahrain and Qatar are one hour behind on AST (UTC +3:00), while India is 30 minutes ahead on IST (UTC +5:30), making GST a useful midpoint for South Asia–Middle East scheduling.