Current time in Kaesŏng
04:18
NOT NOW
Kaesŏng is 13 hours ahead of New York. It is 15:18 in New York (GMT-4). Kaesŏng–New York overlap Versus London, Kaesŏng is 8 hours ahead of London (20:18 GMT+1). Kaesŏng–London overlap
04:18 in Kaesŏng
Korean Standard TimeAsia/PyongyangNo DST
Kaesŏng is in North Korea. The IANA timezone is Asia/Pyongyang (GMT+9). Kaesŏng does not observe daylight saving; the clock stays GMT+9 all year. On a weekday that is not a public holiday, treat Kaesŏng as reachable 09:00–18:00 local.
FAQ
What time is it in Kaesŏng?
It is 04:18 on Thursday, 22 October 2026 in Kaesŏng, North Korea (GMT+9).
What timezone is Kaesŏng in?
Kaesŏng uses Korean Standard Time. The IANA zone is Asia/Pyongyang, currently GMT+9. This city does not observe daylight saving.
Is it okay to ping someone in Kaesŏng right now?
Verdict right now: NOT NOW. PING means local 09:00–18:00 on a weekday that is not a public holiday. NOT NOW is before 07:00 or after 21:00.
How do I check Kaesŏng time now?
Kaesŏng time now is 04:18 GMT+9. This page is a live clock; it refreshes about every minute.
What is the time difference between Kaesŏng and New York?
Kaesŏng is 13 hours ahead of New York. Right now it is 04:18 in Kaesŏng and 15:18 in New York.
What is the time difference between Kaesŏng and London?
Kaesŏng is 8 hours ahead of London. It is 20:18 in London (GMT+1).
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Kaesŏng is 04:18 — 13 hours ahead of New York. Verdict: NOT NOW. Check before you ping → https://asleep.today/kaesong