Current Time in Kimchaek, North Korea
Kimchaek is on Korean Standard Time – JST (UTC+9) right now. Kimchaek does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Kimchaek
Asia/Pyongyang
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Time zone of Kimchaek
| Time zone | Korean Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | JST |
| UTC offset | UTC+9 |
| IANA time zone id | Asia/Pyongyang |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Kimchaek and other cities
Daylight saving time in Kimchaek
Kimchaek does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+9 all year, so conversions never shift.
Kimchaek time FAQ
What time is it in Kimchaek right now?
Kimchaek is on JST (UTC+9). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Kimchaek, updated every second.
What time zone is Kimchaek in?
Kimchaek is in Korean Standard Time, abbreviated JST, UTC+9. Its IANA time zone id is Asia/Pyongyang.
Does Kimchaek observe daylight saving time?
No. Kimchaek stays on UTC+9 all year.
What is the time difference between Kimchaek and New York?
New York is 14 hours behind Kimchaek.
Other cities in North Korea
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.