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Current local time in Kandahar, Afghanistan
The current time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is 6:56:33 PM. If you are searching for time in Kandahar now, Kandahar time now, current time in Kandahar, or wondering what time it is in Kandahar right now, this page shows the live local time, UTC offset, time zone, and local date.
Current local time
May 21, 2026
Live time snapshot
Current time now in Kandahar, Afghanistan
- Time zone
- Asia/Kabul
- Abbreviation
- GMT+4:30
- UTC offset
- UTC+04:30
- Daylight saving time
- Not currently observed
Time and time zone in Kandahar
The current time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is shown above. If you are searching for Kandahar time, Kandahar Afghanistan time, or what time it is in Kandahar right now, this page shows the live local time and time zone.
The current local time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is 6:56:33 PM.
The Kandahar time zone is Asia/Kabul.
Kandahar uses UTC offset UTC+04:30 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+4:30.
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The current time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is 6:56:33 PM. This page answers searches like Kandahar time, Kandahar Afghanistan time, and what time it is in Kandahar right now.
The current local time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is 6:56:33 PM.
The Kandahar time zone is Asia/Kabul.
Kandahar uses UTC offset UTC+04:30 and the timezone abbreviation GMT+4:30.
What time is it in Kandahar right now?
The current time in Kandahar is 6:56:33 PM.
What time zone is Kandahar in?
Kandahar is in the Asia/Kabul time zone.
What is the time in Kandahar, Afghanistan right now?
The live local time in Kandahar, Afghanistan is 6:56:33 PM.
What UTC offset does Kandahar use?
Kandahar currently uses UTC+04:30.
Time zone details for Kandahar
Time zone
Asia/Kabul
UTC offset
UTC+04:30
Abbreviation
GMT+4:30
Daylight saving
Not currently observed
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Practical time planning for Kandahar, Afghanistan
Use this section when you need more than the current clock. It shows how Kandahar, Afghanistan lines up with common business and travel reference points right now, using the active offset UTC+04:30.
| Reference place | Local time now | Compared with Kandahar, Afghanistan |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Thu 10:26 AM | Kandahar, Afghanistan is 8 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| London | Thu 3:26 PM | Kandahar, Afghanistan is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| Lagos | Thu 3:26 PM | Kandahar, Afghanistan is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead |
| Dubai | Thu 6:26 PM | Kandahar, Afghanistan is 30 minutes ahead |
| Tokyo | Thu 11:26 PM | Kandahar, Afghanistan is 4 hours 30 minutes behind |
Best use cases
For calls, use the comparison table as a quick screen, then confirm a date-specific slot in the meeting planner. This matters most when either side observes daylight saving time.
How this page is calculated
City clocks use IANA time zone identifiers, browser internationalization data, and the current date so seasonal offset changes are reflected automatically.
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Frequently asked questions about time in Kandahar
What time zone is Kandahar in?
Kandahar is in the Asia/Kabul time zone.
What time is it in Kandahar right now?
The current local time in Kandahar is 6:56:33 PM.
Which cities share the same time as Kandahar?
Cities using the same time zone and UTC offset as Kandahar may currently share the same local time.
What UTC offset does Kandahar use?
Kandahar currently uses UTC+04:30.