Current Time in Kaohsiung, 02, Taiwan, China

0 : 21 (12 : 21AM)
2026 November 3
Timezone
Asia/Taipei (CST)
UTC Offset
UTC+08:00
Sunrise / Sunset
06:03 / 17:20
Daylight Duration
11h 17m (Noon 11:42)

Kaohsiung Timezone, Daylight Saving & Geography

Kaohsiung, 02, Taiwan, China is located in the Asia/Taipei timezone, currently operating at UTC+08:00 (CST). Kaohsiung is currently on standard time. There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes scheduled for Kaohsiung in the upcoming 12 months.

Today in Kaohsiung, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset is at 17:20, with solar noon at 11:42 and a total daylight duration of 11h 17m. Geographic coordinates for Kaohsiung are 22.61626, 120.31333 at an approximate elevation of 9 m above sea level. The recorded population of Kaohsiung is approximately 1,519,711 inhabitants.

Kaohsiung is Taiwan's second-largest city. It's a major port city with a bustling harbor. The city boasts a vibrant night market culture. Pier-2 Art Center offers contemporary art installations. Kaohsiung is known for its delicious seafood. Dragon and Tiger Pagodas are a popular tourist attraction. The city features beautiful parks and green spaces. Public transportation, including the MRT, is readily available.

Time Difference from Kaohsiung to Major World Hubs

Global Hub Current Hub Time Kaohsiung Relative Difference
UTC / GMT 16:21 8 hrs ahead
London 16:21 8 hrs ahead
New York 11:21 13 hrs ahead
Tokyo 01:21 1 hr behind
Sydney 03:21 3 hrs behind

Kaohsiung, 02, Taiwan, China 24-Hour Time Conversion Table

Working hours & hourly schedule in Kaohsiung

Your Local Time Kaohsiung, 02, Taiwan, China (CST)
00:00 8 : 00 (8 : 00AM)
01:00 9 : 00 (9 : 00AM)
02:00 10 : 00 (10 : 00AM)
03:00 11 : 00 (11 : 00AM)
04:00 12 : 00 (12 : 00PM)
05:00 13 : 00 (1 : 00PM)
06:00 14 : 00 (2 : 00PM)
07:00 15 : 00 (3 : 00PM)
08:00 16 : 00 (4 : 00PM)
09:00 17 : 00 (5 : 00PM)
10:00 18 : 00 (6 : 00PM)
11:00 19 : 00 (7 : 00PM)
12:00 20 : 00 (8 : 00PM)
13:00 21 : 00 (9 : 00PM)
14:00 22 : 00 (10 : 00PM)
15:00 23 : 00 (11 : 00PM)
16:00 0 : 00 (12 : 00AM)
17:00 1 : 00 (1 : 00AM)
18:00 2 : 00 (2 : 00AM)
19:00 3 : 00 (3 : 00AM)
20:00 4 : 00 (4 : 00AM)
21:00 5 : 00 (5 : 00AM)
22:00 6 : 00 (6 : 00AM)
23:00 7 : 00 (7 : 00AM)

Frequently Asked Questions about Time in Kaohsiung

What timezone is Kaohsiung, Taiwan, China in?
Kaohsiung follows the Asia/Taipei IANA timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC+08:00 (CST).
Does Kaohsiung observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
Kaohsiung is currently on standard time (CST, UTC+08:00). No DST transitions are scheduled for Kaohsiung over the next year.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Kaohsiung today?
Sunrise in Kaohsiung today is at 06:03 and sunset is at 17:20, providing 11h 17m of daylight.

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