What is the current time in Colombo?

The current local time in Colombo, Sri Lanka is based on the Asia/Colombo timezone.

Current Time in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Q: What timezone is Colombo in?

Colombo is in the Asia/Colombo timezone.

5:07:28 AM

Monday, August 3, 2026

Time zone: Asia/Colombo (UTC+5:30)
Daylight Saving Time: Not currently in effect
Continent: Asia

During the winter solstice, shadows in Colombo stretch longest, altering the perception of daylight.

About time in Colombo

Colombo, Sri Lanka observes the Asia/Colombo time zone, currently at UTC+5:30. Colombo is not currently observing Daylight Saving Time. Use TimezoneLink's free converter and meeting planner to schedule calls and events with Colombo accurately, with no ads and no tracking.

Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Colombo in?
Colombo uses the Asia/Colombo time zone, currently UTC+5:30 relative to UTC.

Does Colombo observe Daylight Saving Time?
Colombo is not currently observing Daylight Saving Time.