Current Local Time in Daejeon
Daejeon, South Korea (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Daejeon follows Korea Standard Time (KST), which is UTC+9. The city does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset remains constant year-round.
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⏰Time Zone Facts
Asia/SeoulData: IANA Time Zone Database
🏢Business Hours in Daejeon
☀️Climate
Humid continental with hot humid summers (24-31°C) and cold dry winters (-3 to 5°C).
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📍About Daejeon Time Zone
Daejeon is located in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+9). As a major metropolitan city in South Korea, Daejeon serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Daejeon is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Daejeon, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Daejeon does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Daejeon has a population of approximately 1.5M. The local currency is the South Korean Won (₩). To call Daejeon from abroad, use the country code +82 42. The primary language spoken is Korean.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Daejeon time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Daejeon well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Daejeon Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Seoul (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: South Korea (KR)
- • Coordinates: 36.35°, 127.38°
- • Calling Code: +82 42