Current Time in Lahore, Pakistan
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
پاکستان
Dialling: +92
City Details
Lahore
لاہور
Lat: 31.5204° N
Long: 74.3587° E
Population: 11,000,000
Time Zone
Asia/Karachi
GMT+5
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Overview
Lahore is the capital of Punjab Province and Pakistan's cultural and intellectual capital, with approximately 14 million residents as of 2025. Called the 'City of Gardens' and the 'Heart of Pakistan', it was the political and cultural centre of Mughal India for two centuries and retains a remarkable concentration of Mughal and Sikh-era monuments. Lahore is the centre of Pakistan's film industry (Lollywood) and is home to Pakistan's oldest and largest universities.
Administrative Region
Punjab Province
PK-PB
Local Currency
₨
Metadata
- Web Domain.pk
- ISO CodePK-PB
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
According to local legend, Lahore was founded by Lava, son of Rama of the Hindu epic Ramayana — the Lahori Lal (Loh in Punjabi) Gate commemorates this tradition. Historical records confirm the city existed from at least the 1st millennium CE under the Ghaznavid dynasty. Lahore reached its greatest splendour as the capital of the Mughal Empire from 1584 to 1598 under Emperor Akbar and through the reign of Emperor Jehangir (d. 1627), who described it as the most beautiful city he had visited.
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👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- •Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila) and Sheesh Mahal (UNESCO)
- •Badshahi Mosque — 17th-century Mughal masterpiece
- •Shalimar Gardens (UNESCO)
- •Walled City of Lahore — restoration project
- •Wagah Border flag ceremony at sunset
🎒 Visitor Tip
Lahore is Pakistan's most tourist-friendly and culturally rich city. The Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque form a monumental complex that rivals anything in South Asia — visit at dawn before the crowds. Food Street in the old city near Gawalmandi is the best place for traditional Pakistani street food at night. The Walled City has been substantially restored and is safe to explore by day. The Wagah Border ceremony (24km west, at the Indian border) is a theatrical sunset ritual that draws enormous crowds.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Located in the Punjab plains on the Ravi River in eastern Pakistan, approximately 25km from the Indian border, at an elevation of 217m above sea level. The terrain is entirely flat alluvial plain — part of the vast Indus Plain — with no significant topographic relief. The Ravi River, heavily diverted for irrigation, forms the northern boundary of the historic city.
Climate Stats
Hot semi-arid / tropical wet and dry (Köppen BSh/Aw)
Avg Summer
38°C
Avg Winter
10°C
Annual Rainfall
569 mm
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Frequently Asked Questions about time in Lahore
What timezone is Lahore in?↓
Lahore is in the Asia/Karachi time zone (Asia/Karachi), currently UTCGMT+5.
Does Pakistan observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Pakistan does not observe daylight saving time. Lahore stays on Karachi (UTCGMT+5) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is Karachi?↓
Karachi stands for Asia/Karachi. It is UTCGMT+5 and is the standard time used in Pakistan.
How many hours ahead is Lahore compared to London?↓
Lahore is 5 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 4 hours.
What is the time difference between Lahore and New York?↓
Lahore is 10 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 Lahore?↓
The time displayed for Lahore 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+5 mean for Lahore?↓
UTCGMT+5 means Lahore is 5 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Lahore?↓
Standard business hours in Lahore are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Karachi (UTCGMT+5). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Pakistan national calendar.
What is the best time to call Lahore from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Lahore is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Lahore. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.