Current Time in Bangkok, Thailand
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
ประเทศไทย
Dialling: +66
City Details
Bangkok
กรุงเทพมหานคร
Lat: 13.7563° N
Long: 100.5018° E
Population: 10,500,000
Time Zone
Asia/Bangkok
GMT+7
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Overview
Bangkok — officially Krung Thep Maha Nakhon — is Thailand's capital and by far its largest city, with 11.4 million residents in 2024 representing 16% of the national population. In 2024, Euromonitor ranked Bangkok the world's top tourism destination, welcoming a record 32.4 million international visitors. The city generates around 43% of Thailand's GDP from its 1,569 km² footprint.
Administrative Region
Central Thailand (Bangkok Metropolis — special administrative status)
TH-10
Local Currency
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Metadata
- Web Domain.th
- ISO CodeTH-10
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
Bangkok's roots lie in a small trading post and fort on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River during the 15th-century Ayutthaya era. After the fall of Ayutthaya to Burma in 1767, King Taksin briefly established a capital at Thonburi on the west bank. In 1782 King Rama I of the Chakri dynasty relocated across the river to the east bank and founded Rattanakosin as the new capital, which is known today as Bangkok's Old City.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha)
- •Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) on the Chao Phraya
- •Chatuchak Weekend Market (one of the world's largest)
- •Floating markets — Damnoen Saduak and Amphawa
- •Chinatown (Yaowarat) street food scene
🎒 Visitor Tip
Get a Rabbit Card for the BTS Skytrain and use the MRT metro for downtown; both connect to all major tourist areas. Tuk-tuks are for short trips or photos, not efficient transport. Visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew first thing in the morning before the heat and crowds arrive. Dress code is enforced at all temples — no bare shoulders or knees.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Flat alluvial delta plain formed by the Chao Phraya River, sitting at an average of just 1.5m above sea level. This makes the city highly vulnerable to flooding, which occurs regularly, and to subsidence — Bangkok is sinking at around 1–2cm per year due to groundwater extraction and the weight of buildings on soft delta sediments.
Climate Stats
Tropical savanna (Köppen Aw)
Avg Summer
34°C
Avg Winter
27°C
Annual Rainfall
1570 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Bangkok
What timezone is Bangkok in?↓
Bangkok is in the Asia/Bangkok time zone (Asia/Bangkok), currently UTCGMT+7.
Does Thailand observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Thailand does not observe daylight saving time. Bangkok stays on Bangkok (UTCGMT+7) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is Bangkok?↓
Bangkok stands for Asia/Bangkok. It is UTCGMT+7 and is the standard time used in Thailand.
How many hours ahead is Bangkok compared to London?↓
Bangkok is 7 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 6 hours.
What is the time difference between Bangkok and New York?↓
Bangkok is 12 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to EDT in summer, the difference decreases by 1 hour.
How accurate is the time shown for Bangkok?↓
The time displayed for Bangkok is synced with atomic clock sources via NTP (Network Time Protocol) and uses IANA timezone data to ensure accuracy to the second. It automatically reflects any daylight saving time changes.
What does UTCGMT+7 mean for Bangkok?↓
UTCGMT+7 means Bangkok is 7 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Bangkok?↓
Standard business hours in Bangkok are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Bangkok (UTCGMT+7). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Thailand national calendar.
What is the best time to call Bangkok from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Bangkok is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Bangkok. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.