Current Time in Myanmar
Check local time in Naypyidaw and all Myanmar cities. Myanmar uses MMT (UTC+6:30).
Myanmar Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in Myanmar
Myanmar uses MMT (UTC+6:30) year-round. Naypyidaw is the capital and largest city.
Daylight Saving Time observance in Myanmar varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.
Major Cities in Myanmar (1 cities)
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📞Best Time to Call Myanmar
Calling Myanmar 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 Myanmar. 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 Myanmar are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Myanmar 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 Myanmar
When traveling to Myanmar, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Myanmar hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Burmese. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in Myanmar
- Despite its size, Myanmar uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- The capital Naypyidaw is the political center of Myanmar with a total national population of 55M.
- Many Asian countries, including Myanmar, 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 Myanmar
Myanmar uses a single time zone (MMT (UTC+6:30)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Naypyidaw serves as the political and often economic center of Myanmar. Major business activities are spread across cities including Yangon.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Myanmar, it's important to consider the time difference. MMT (UTC+6:30) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Myanmar.
Myanmar uses the Myanmar Kyat (K) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +95. Multiple languages are spoken, including Burmese.
Cities in Myanmar
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YemenFrequently Asked Questions About Time in Myanmar
Myanmar uses MMT (UTC+6:30). The capital Naypyidaw uses MMT (UTC+6:30).
Daylight Saving Time observance in Myanmar varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.
Calling Myanmar 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 Myanmar. 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 Myanmar 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.
Myanmar uses the Myanmar Kyat (K) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +95. Official languages include Burmese.