Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Monday, May 18, 2026 • UTC+8 (GMT+8)
The current local time in Kaohsiung, Taiwan is 00:08:54.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Taiwan
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 2,737,660
- Coordinates
- 22.62° N, 120.31° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Taipei
- Currency
- Dollar (TWD)
- Languages
- Chinese, Chinese, Min Nan Chinese, Hakka Chinese
- Country Area
- 35,980 km²
Time Difference Between Kaohsiung and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 12h behind | |
| Time in London | 7h behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 1h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 2h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 4h behind | |
| Time in Singapore | Same time | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 15h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 6h behind |
Weather in Kaohsiung
Current weather conditions in Kaohsiung including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
26°C
Clear Sky
Humidity
86%
Wind
5.4 km/h
Visibility
18 km
28°
25°
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31°
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Cities Near Kaohsiung
- Time in Fengshan5 km
- Time in Chaozhou24 km
- Time in Tainan43 km
- Time in Taitung87 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Kaohsiung
Popular Time Differences
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and New York
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and London
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Tokyo
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Sydney
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Dubai
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Singapore
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Los Angeles
- Time difference between Kaohsiung and Paris
Map of Kaohsiung
Map showing the location of Kaohsiung at coordinates 22.61626, 120.31333.
About Kaohsiung Time
Kaohsiung is located in Asia, Taiwanand follows the Asia/Taipei time zone. The city has a population of approximately 2,737,660 people.
The current local time in Kaohsiung is determined by the Asia/Taipei 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 Kaohsiung, 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 Kaohsiung
What time zone is Kaohsiung in?
Kaohsiung is in the Asia/Taipei time zone (GMT+8) in Taiwan.
What is the current UTC offset for Kaohsiung?
Kaohsiung is currently at UTC+8.
Does Kaohsiung observe daylight saving time?
No, Kaohsiung does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+8) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Kaohsiung?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, updated every second.