Current Time in Manila, Philippines
Maynila
Exact time synced with atomic clocks (IANA + NTP)
Country
Pilipinas
Dialling: +63
City Details
Manila
Maynila
Lat: 14.5995° N
Long: 120.9842° E
Population: 1,780,000
Time Zone
Asia/Manila
GMT+8
Public Holidays
Independence Day
Jun 12in 23dNinoy Aquino Day
Aug 21in 93dNational Heroes Day
Aug 31in 103d
Time Difference
Business Hours
Daylight Cycle
Data via sunrisesunset.io
Current Weather
Data via Open-Meteo · Updates every 30 min
Overview
Manila is the capital of the Philippines and the centre of Metro Manila — the country's National Capital Region — with 1.85 million residents in the city proper and 13.9 million across the 16 cities of the NCR as of 2024. It is the most densely populated city on Earth, with over 71,000 people per km² in the city proper, and has been the Philippines' principal city and international gateway for over 450 years.
Administrative Region
National Capital Region (Metro Manila)
PH-00
Local Currency
₱
Technical Assets
- Web Domain.ph
- ISO CodePH-00
Secure Identifier Profile
Culture & Daily Life
📜 History & Origins
The area around Manila Bay was settled by the Tagalog people and later became a Muslim sultanate. Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi captured the settlement and established the colonial city of Intramuros (the walled city) on 24 June 1571, beginning 333 years of Spanish rule. Manila was devastated during the 1945 Battle of Manila — one of the most destructive urban battles of World War II — and largely rebuilt afterward.
🗣️ Languages
👥 Demographics
✨ Leisure Highlights
- /Intramuros — Spanish colonial walled city
- /Binondo Chinatown — established 1594, world's oldest
- /Rizal Park (Luneta) and National Museum complex
- /BGC (Bonifacio Global City) art and dining district
- /Manila Bay sunset walk
🎒 Visitor Tip
Traffic in Metro Manila is among the worst in Southeast Asia — allow far more time than Google Maps suggests. Take the LRT or MRT to avoid the gridlock. Intramuros, the 16th-century walled city, is the most historically rewarding area and can be explored in a half-day. San Miguel and Binondo (the world's oldest Chinatown) are best visited on foot. Typhoon season runs from June to November; check forecasts during travel.
Geography & Climate
Land & Terrain
Surface area and physical characteristics
Located on the eastern shore of Manila Bay on the southwestern coast of Luzon island. The city proper occupies a narrow low-lying delta plain on the Pasig River, which runs east-west through the city to the bay. Elevation is almost entirely 0–5m above sea level, making flooding during typhoons and monsoons a critical recurring hazard. The wider NCR is surrounded by Laguna de Bay to the southeast.
Climate Stats
Tropical savanna with monsoon influence (Köppen Aw/Am)
Avg Summer
33°C
Avg Winter
27°C
Annual Rainfall
1876 mm
Best Months (Sunshine)
Travel & Connectivity
✈️ Nearby AirportsIATA / DISTANCE
🚄 Rail ConnectionsCITY / DISTANCE
Regional Satellites
Other times compared to Manila
Frequently Asked Questions about time in Manila
What timezone is Manila in?↓
Manila is in the Asia/Manila time zone (Asia/Manila), currently UTCGMT+8.
Does Philippines observe daylight saving time?↓
No. Philippines does not observe daylight saving time. Manila stays on PHT (UTCGMT+8) year-round, so the clocks never change.
What is PHT?↓
PHT stands for Asia/Manila. It is UTCGMT+8 and is the standard time used in Philippines.
How many hours ahead is Manila compared to London?↓
Manila is 8 hours ahead of London (GMT). During UK summer (BST), the difference reduces by 1 hour to 7 hours.
What is the time difference between Manila and New York?↓
Manila is 13 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 Manila?↓
The time displayed for Manila 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+8 mean for Manila?↓
UTCGMT+8 means Manila is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), the global standard for timekeeping.
What are the business hours in Manila?↓
Standard business hours in Manila are typically Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM PHT (UTCGMT+8). Many businesses also operate Saturday mornings. Public holidays follow the Philippines national calendar.
What is the best time to call Manila from London?↓
The best overlap for a call between London and Manila is typically early morning in London (8–10 AM GMT), which corresponds to late afternoon or evening in Manila. Always check the current time before calling to avoid unsociable hours.