Current Time in UTC+5:45 Zone
About UTC+5:45
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UTC Offset: UTC+5:45
What is UTC+5:45?
UTC+5:45 is a fixed offset from Coordinated Universal Time: clocks on this offset are always 5:45 hours ahead of UTC. Unlike a named time zone, a UTC offset never shifts for daylight saving time. Regions that observe DST alternate between two different UTC offsets across the year, which is why the countries listed below can change with the seasons.
Time & Daylight in UTC+5:45
Time Difference Between UTC+5:45 and Major Cities
Live local time and the difference from UTC+5:45 right now.
Current time shown is based on the representative IANA zone: Asia/Kathmandu
UTC+5:45: The Time Zone of Nepal
UTC+5:45 is a fixed offset from Coordinated Universal Time, meaning it is always 5 hours and 45 minutes ahead of UTC. Unlike named time zones that may observe daylight saving time (DST), UTC+5:45 is a pure offset that does not change. Currently, only Nepal uses this offset year-round, with its territory fully within the Asia/Kathmandu time zone. The offset is notable for being a quarter-hour offset, one of the few such offsets in the world.
Fixed Offset vs. Named Time Zone
A fixed UTC offset like UTC+5:45 is simply a constant difference from UTC. It does not account for DST or historical changes. In contrast, a named time zone (e.g., Nepal Time) is a geographic region that may observe DST, shifting its offset seasonally. For UTC+5:45, the offset is permanent; no region moves on or off it due to DST. However, some named zones that normally use a different offset may temporarily align with UTC+5:45 if they observe DST and shift forward. For example, a zone at UTC+4:45 in standard time could move to UTC+5:45 during DST. But currently, no such zones exist.
Regions and Cities on UTC+5:45
The only country using UTC+5:45 is Nepal. Its IANA time zone is Asia/Kathmandu. The representative city is Kathmandu, the capital and largest city. All of Nepal observes this offset year-round. Other cities in the offset include Pokhara, Bharatpur, and Lalitpur. No other country or territory currently uses UTC+5:45 as a standard offset.
Why a Quarter-Hour Offset?
UTC+5:45 is a quarter-hour offset, meaning it deviates from the usual whole-hour or half-hour offsets. This stems from historical decisions: Nepal's time was originally set based on the local mean time of Kathmandu's longitude (85.3°E), which is 5 hours and 41 minutes ahead of UTC. In 1986, the country standardized to UTC+5:45 for simplicity, rounding to the nearest quarter hour. Only a few other places use quarter-hour offsets, such as UTC+8:45 (used in some Australian outback areas) and UTC+12:45 (used in the Chatham Islands). These offsets often arise from local solar time preferences or political decisions.
Practical Scheduling Notes
When scheduling across UTC+5:45, note that it does not observe DST, so its offset is constant. For international coordination, the offset is unusual: it is 15 minutes ahead of UTC+5:30 (India) and 15 minutes behind UTC+6:00 (Bangladesh). This can cause confusion for flight schedules and business hours. For example, when it is 12:00 UTC, it is 17:45 in Kathmandu. Nepal's working week is typically Sunday to Thursday, with Friday and Saturday as the weekend, differing from many Western countries. Visitors should adjust meeting times accordingly, especially when communicating with India (UTC+5:30) or China (UTC+8:00).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Nepal use a quarter-hour offset like UTC+5:45?
Nepal's offset is based on the local mean time of Kathmandu, approximately 5 hours and 41 minutes ahead of UTC. In 1986, the country standardized to UTC+5:45, rounding to the nearest quarter hour for simplicity. This offset aligns Nepal's time more closely with its solar time than a whole-hour offset would.
Does UTC+5:45 observe daylight saving time?
No, UTC+5:45 is a fixed offset. Nepal does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset remains constant year-round.
Which countries use UTC+5:45?
Only Nepal uses UTC+5:45 as a standard offset. No other country currently uses this offset.
What is the time difference between UTC+5:45 and India (UTC+5:30)?
UTC+5:45 is 15 minutes ahead of India's standard time (UTC+5:30). For example, when it is 12:00 in India, it is 12:15 in Nepal.
Are there any regions that move to UTC+5:45 during daylight saving time?
Currently, no regions observe daylight saving time that would shift them to UTC+5:45. The offset remains exclusive to Nepal's standard time.
What is the IANA time zone for UTC+5:45?
The IANA time zone for UTC+5:45 is Asia/Kathmandu, which covers all of Nepal.