Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+3 (GMT+3)
The current local time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 22:45:37.
Quick Facts
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 4,205,961
- Coordinates
- 24.69° N, 46.72° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Riyadh
- Currency
- Rial (SAR)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Country Area
- 1,960,582 km²
Time Difference Between Riyadh and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 7h behind | |
| Time in London | 2h behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 6h ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 7h ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 1h ahead | |
| Time in Singapore | 5h ahead | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 10h behind | |
| Time in Paris | 1h behind |
Weather in Riyadh
Current weather conditions in Riyadh including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
29°C
Clear Sky
Humidity
11%
Wind
6.9 km/h
Visibility
15 km
35°
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36°
24°
42°
29°
41°
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28°
Cities Near Riyadh
- Time in Ad Dir‘īyah20 km
- Time in Al Kharj86 km
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Riyadh
Popular Time Differences
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Map of Riyadh
Map showing the location of Riyadh at coordinates 24.68773, 46.72185.
About Riyadh Time
Riyadh is located in Asia, Saudi Arabiaand follows the Asia/Riyadh time zone. The city has a population of approximately 4,205,961 people.
The current local time in Riyadh is determined by the Asia/Riyadh 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 Riyadh, 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 Riyadh
What time zone is Riyadh in?
Riyadh is in the Asia/Riyadh time zone (GMT+3) in Saudi Arabia.
What is the current UTC offset for Riyadh?
Riyadh is currently at UTC+3.
Does Riyadh observe daylight saving time?
No, Riyadh does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+3) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Riyadh?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, updated every second.