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Check local time in Manama and all Bahrain cities. Bahrain uses AST (UTC+3).

Bahrain Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Manama
👥 Population
1.5M
💰 Currency
BD Bahraini Dinar
📞 Phone Code
+973
🗣️ Official Languages
Arabic

🕐 Time Zones in Bahrain

AST (UTC+3)

Bahrain uses Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3). Manama is the capital of this island kingdom.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Bahrain varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

🏙️ Major Cities in Bahrain (1 cities)

Manama
Bahrain

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞 Best Time to Call Bahrain

Calling Bahrain from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Bahrain. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

Standard business hours in Bahrain are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Bahrain

When traveling to Bahrain, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Bahrain hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Arabic. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Bahrain

  • •Despite its size, Bahrain uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • •The capital Manama is the political center of Bahrain with a total national population of 1.5M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Bahrain, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
  • •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Bahrain

Bahrain uses a single time zone (AST (UTC+3)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Manama serves as the political and often economic center of Bahrain. Major business activities are spread across cities including Manama.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Bahrain, it's important to consider the time zone difference. AST (UTC+3) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Bahrain.

Bahrain uses the Bahraini Dinar (BD) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +973.The official language is Arabic.

🏙️ Cities in BahrainBahrain flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Bahrain

Manama
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Bahrain

What time zone is Bahrain in?

Bahrain uses AST (UTC+3). The capital Manama uses AST (UTC+3).

Does Bahrain observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Bahrain varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

What is the best time to call Bahrain from the US?

Calling Bahrain from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Bahrain. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

What are typical business hours in Bahrain?

Standard business hours in Bahrain are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.