Kabul, Afghanistan uses Asia/Kabul, currently +0430 (UTC+04:30). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
As the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul plays a central role in national life, home to around 4.4 million people. It keeps the same time year-round, with no daylight saving changes.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Central districts near main markets and government areas keep transit and daily necessities close at hand. Outlying neighborhoods are quieter but sit further from the main commercial center and require longer travel times.
The city's mountainous surroundings and historic gardens are best visited in spring or autumn, when temperatures are milder than the extremes of summer heat or winter cold and snow. Given the evolving security situation, checking current conditions before planning outdoor excursions is strongly advised.
Shared taxis and buses cover much of the city, with private taxis offering a more direct alternative. Road conditions and traffic can vary considerably by district.
Kabul's high-altitude location gives it a semi-arid climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, dry summers. Spring and autumn generally provide the mildest, most comfortable temperatures.
Afghanistan uses the AFN, calling code +93.
Afghanistan uses the Afghan afghani, and Dari and Pashto are the country's two official languages. A respectful, modest manner and conservative dress are expected, particularly for visitors.
