Current Time in Palau
Check local time in Ngerulmud and all Palau cities. Palau uses PWT (UTC+9).
Palau Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in Palau
Palau uses PWT (UTC+9) year-round. Ngerulmud is the capital and largest city.
Palau observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
Major Cities in Palau (1 cities)
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📞Best Time to Call Palau
Due to the significant time difference, calling Palau from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Palau during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
Standard business hours in Palau are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Palau 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 Palau
When planning your trip to Palau, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in Palau
- Despite its size, Palau uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- The capital Ngerulmud is the political center of Palau with a total national population of 18K.
- 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 Palau
Palau uses a single time zone (PWT (UTC+9)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Ngerulmud serves as the political and often economic center of Palau. Major business activities are spread across cities including Ngerulmud.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Palau, it's important to consider the time difference. PWT (UTC+9) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Palau.
Palau uses the US Dollar ($) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +680. Multiple languages are spoken, including Palauan, English.
Cities in Palau
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Palau
Palau uses PWT (UTC+9). The capital Ngerulmud uses PWT (UTC+9).
Palau observes Daylight Saving Time during the Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April). Clocks move forward one hour during this period. Note that this is opposite to Northern Hemisphere DST schedules.
Due to the significant time difference, calling Palau from the US or Europe requires planning. US East Coast callers should try early evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST) to reach Palau during their morning. European callers can try very early morning or late night calls.
Standard business hours in Palau are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.
Palau uses the US Dollar ($) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +680. Official languages include Palauan, English.