Colombo, Sri Lanka
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+5:30 (GMT+5:30)
The current local time in Colombo, Sri Lanka is 21:37:30.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 648,034
- Coordinates
- 6.94° N, 79.85° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Colombo
- Currency
- Rupee (LKR)
- Languages
- Sinhala, Tamil, English
- Country Area
- 65,610 km²
Time Difference Between Colombo and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 9h 30m behind | |
| Time in London | 4h 30m behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 3h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 4h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 1h 30m behind | |
| Time in Singapore | 2h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 12h 30m behind | |
| Time in Paris | 3h 30m behind |
Weather in Colombo
Current weather conditions in Colombo including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
27°C
Rain Showers
Humidity
86%
Wind
9 km/h
Visibility
5 km
30°
26°
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Cities Near Colombo
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Colombo
Popular Time Differences
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- Time difference between Colombo and Dubai
- Time difference between Colombo and Singapore
- Time difference between Colombo and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Colombo and Paris
Map of Colombo
Map showing the location of Colombo at coordinates 6.93548, 79.84868.
About Colombo Time
Colombo is located in Asia, Sri Lankaand follows the Asia/Colombo time zone. The city has a population of approximately 648,034 people.
The current local time in Colombo is determined by the Asia/Colombo time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Colombo, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Colombo
What time zone is Colombo in?
Colombo is in the Asia/Colombo time zone (GMT+5:30) in Sri Lanka.
What is the current UTC offset for Colombo?
Colombo is currently at UTC+5:30.
Does Colombo observe daylight saving time?
No, Colombo does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+5:30) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Colombo?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Colombo, Sri Lanka, updated every second.