Current Local Time in Gwangju
Gwangju, South Korea (GMT+9)
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Gwangju 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
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☀️Climate
Humid subtropical with hot humid summers (25-31°C) and cold dry winters (-2 to 5°C).
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📍About Gwangju Time Zone
Gwangju is located in the Asia/Seoul time zone (UTC+9). As a major metropolitan city in South Korea, Gwangju serves as an important hub for business, tourism, and international communication. The local time in Gwangju is 14 hours ahead of New York.
When planning calls or meetings with Gwangju, consider that standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM local time. Gwangju does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the UTC offset remains constant throughout the year at UTC+9.
Gwangju has a population of approximately 1.5M. The local currency is the South Korean Won (₩). To call Gwangju from abroad, use the country code +82 62. The primary language spoken is Korean.
For travelers and remote workers coordinating across time zones, Gwangju time is 14 hours ahead of New York, and 9 hours ahead of London. This makes Gwangju well-positioned for Asia-Pacific business operations. Use our Meeting Planner to find the best overlap times.
Quick Facts: Gwangju Time
- • Time Zone: Asia/Seoul (UTC+9)
- • Daylight Saving: Not observed
- • Country: South Korea (KR)
- • Coordinates: 35.16°, 126.85°
- • Calling Code: +82 62