Syria flagCurrent Time in Syria

Check local time in Damascus and all Syria cities. Syria uses EET (UTC+3).

Syria Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Damascus
👥 Population
18M
💰 Currency
£S Syrian Pound
📞 Phone Code
+963
🗣️ Official Languages
Arabic

🕐 Time Zones in Syria

EET (UTC+3)

Syria uses Eastern European Time (UTC+3). Damascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities.

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

🏙️ Major Cities in Syria (1 cities)

Damascus
Damascus

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

📞 Best Time to Call Syria

Calling Syria 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 Syria. 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 Syria 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 Syria

When traveling to Syria, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Syria 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 Syria

  • •Despite its size, Syria uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • •The capital Damascus is the political center of Syria with a total national population of 18M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Syria, 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 Syria

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

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

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

Syria uses the Syrian Pound (£S) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +963.The official language is Arabic.

🏙️ Cities in SyriaSyria flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Syria

Damascus
Damascus

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Syria

What time zone is Syria in?

Syria uses EET (UTC+3). The capital Damascus uses EET (UTC+3).

Does Syria observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Syria 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 Syria from the US?

Calling Syria 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 Syria. 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 Syria?

Standard business hours in Syria 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.