Country in Asia

Current Local Time in India

Current local time and time zone in India, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 84°F now🕔 9:40 AM local📅 Best: February, March, April, October, November and December👥 1.43 billion

Current local time in India

9:40 AM
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time zoneAsia/Kolkata
UTC offsetUTC+05:30
UTC now4:10 AM
Sunrise6:15 AM
Sunset6:05 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:15 AM
Sunset6:05 PM
Daylight11h 50m
Solar noon12:10 PM
Golden hour (am)6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:05 PM - 6:05 PM
Blue hour (am)5:45 AM - 6:15 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:05 PM - 6:35 PM
Moon phase🌗 Last quarter · 61%
Moonrise11:25 PM
Moonset1:15 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about India

TypeCountry
ContinentAsia
ContinentAsia
Coordinates28°36′50″N 77°12′32.4″E (28.6139, 77.209)
CapitalNew Delhi
Population1.430.000.000
Area1.269.219 sq mi
ISO codeIN
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3IND
CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
LanguagesHindi, English
Calling code+91
Time zoneAsia/Kolkata
Local time9:40 AM (UTC+05:30)
Best monthsFebruary, March, April, October, November and December
ClimateMediterranean

Local time by city in India

4 cities mapped in this atlas

Local time by attraction in India

1 attractions mapped in this atlas

Local time by river in India

1 rivers mapped in this atlas

Summary

India is a country in Asia. India is a country in Asia with its capital at New Delhi. It has a population of about 1.43 billion. The capital is New Delhi.

Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in India with clear sky. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 76°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit India is February, March, April, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. May is the warmest month with average highs near 103°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.

The closest major airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Amber Fort, Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Ganges River.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 95°F is 5.4°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. beach day is the strongest bet in India today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 28°36′50″N 77°12′32.4″E (28.6139, 77.209)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is India?

India is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 28.6139, 77.209. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in India right now?

It is currently 84°F (29°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 58% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit India?

February, March, April, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in India, which has a Mediterranean climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is India in?

India observes Asia/Kolkata (UTC+05:30). The local time is 9:40 AM.

How many people live in India?

India has a population of approximately 1.43 billion.

What is the nearest airport to India?

The closest airports are Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 8 mi away and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), 713 mi away.

What are the top things to do in India?

Popular options include Amber Fort, Taj Mahal, Taj Mahal and Ganges River.

What places are in India?

India covers 6 places in this atlas, including Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Taj Mahal, Goa and Ganges River.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 3, 2026 at 9:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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