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Seoul

South Korea • Local Time

Sunday, December 28, 2025

GMT+9Day
Sunrise
07:17
Sunset
16:43
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Currency
South Korean Won
Phone Code
+82 2
Sunrise
07:17
Sunset
16:43

Time in Seoul

Seoul, South Korea's dynamic capital, operates on Korea Standard Time (KST/UTC+9). This megacity of 25 million is the heart of the Korean Wave, blending ancient palaces with cutting-edge technology and K-pop culture.

Daylight Saving Time

South Korea does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Korea has considered DST but hasn't implemented it.

Time Difference

Seoul is UTC+9 year-round. When noon in Seoul: London 3 AM, NYC 10 PM (-1), Tokyo 12 PM.

Business Hours

Shops 10 AM to 10 PM. Many restaurants 24/7. Cafés are social hubs. Nightlife runs very late.

Timezone Facts

Same timezone as Tokyo. Korea doesn't observe DST. Seoul is just 56km from North Korean border.

World Cities

Visiting Seoul?

March to May for cherry blossoms, September to November for fall foliage.

Ultimate Guide to Seoul

9.8M populationKoreanGMT+9

South Korea's high-tech capital. K-pop and Korean Wave origin. Ultra-modern with deep traditions.

🌡️Climate

Humid continental with hot humid summers (25-32°C) and cold winters (-5 to 3°C). Monsoon season July-August.