Current Time in Solomon Islands
Check local time in Honiara and all Solomon Islands cities. Solomon Islands uses SBT (UTC+11).
Solomon Islands Quick Facts
🕐 Time Zones in Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands uses Solomon Islands Time (UTC+11). Honiara is the capital on Guadalcanal.
Solomon Islands observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
🏙️ Major Cities in Solomon Islands (1 cities)
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📞 Best Time to Call Solomon Islands
Due to the significant time difference, calling Solomon Islands from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Solomon Islands during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
Standard business hours in Solomon Islands 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 Solomon Islands
When planning your trip to Solomon Islands, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.
🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Solomon Islands
- •Despite its size, Solomon Islands uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- •The capital Honiara is the political center of Solomon Islands with a total national population of 700K.
- •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 Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands uses a single time zone (SBT (UTC+11)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Honiara serves as the political and often economic center of Solomon Islands. Major business activities are spread across cities including Honiara.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Solomon Islands, it's important to consider the time zone difference. SBT (UTC+11) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Solomon Islands.
Solomon Islands uses the Solomon Islands Dollar (SI$) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +677.The official language is English.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Solomon Islands
What time zone is Solomon Islands in?
Solomon Islands uses SBT (UTC+11). The capital Honiara uses SBT (UTC+11).
Does Solomon Islands observe Daylight Saving Time?
Solomon Islands observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
What is the best time to call Solomon Islands from the US?
Due to the significant time difference, calling Solomon Islands from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Solomon Islands during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
What are typical business hours in Solomon Islands?
Standard business hours in Solomon Islands 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.