Yemen flagCurrent Time in Yemen

Check local time in Sanaa and all Yemen cities. Yemen uses AST (UTC+3).

Yemen Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Sanaa
👥 Population
30M
💰 Currency
﷼ Yemeni Rial
📞 Phone Code
+967
🗣️ Official Languages
Arabic

🕐 Time Zones in Yemen

AST (UTC+3)

Yemen uses Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3). Sanaa is the capital with ancient architecture.

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

🏙️ Major Cities in Yemen (1 cities)

Sanaa
Aden

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

📞 Best Time to Call Yemen

Calling Yemen 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 Yemen. 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 Yemen 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 Yemen

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

  • •Despite its size, Yemen uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • •The capital Sanaa is the political center of Yemen with a total national population of 30M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Yemen, 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 Yemen

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

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

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

Yemen uses the Yemeni Rial (﷼) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +967.The official language is Arabic.

🏙️ Cities in YemenYemen flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Yemen

Sanaa
Aden

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Yemen

What time zone is Yemen in?

Yemen uses AST (UTC+3). The capital Sanaa uses AST (UTC+3).

Does Yemen observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Yemen 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 Yemen from the US?

Calling Yemen 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 Yemen. 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 Yemen?

Standard business hours in Yemen 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.