Time in Saudi Arabia
Capital · Riyadh
Time zone in Saudi Arabia
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia/Riyadh Arabian Standard Time |
UTC+03:00 | No | Riyadh |
About Saudi Arabia
| Official name: | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Riyadh |
| Region: | Asia · Western Asia |
| Population: | 35,300,280 |
| Currency: | Saudi riyal (SAR, ﷼) |
| Calling code: | +966 |
| Languages: | Arabic |
| ISO codes: | SA / SAU |
| Internet domain: | .sa |
Cities in Saudi Arabia
Public holidays in Saudi Arabia 2026
Full list ›- 22 Feb — يوم التأسيس
- 19 Mar — عيد الفطر estimated
- 26 May — عيد الأضحى estimated
- 23 Sep — اليوم الوطني
Frequently asked questions about time in Saudi Arabia
How many time zones does Saudi Arabia have?
Saudi Arabia uses one time zone: Arabian Standard Time (Asia/Riyadh, currently UTC+03:00).
Does Saudi Arabia use daylight saving time?
No. None of Saudi Arabia’s time zones change their clocks for daylight saving time in the next 12 months.
What time is it in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia?
See the live clock on the Riyadh time page. Riyadh uses Asia/Riyadh.