Manila uses the Asia/Manila time zone, abbreviated PHT, which is UTC+8. It does not observe daylight saving time; the time is the same all year. Manila and the rest of the Philippines use Philippine Standard Time, UTC+8, all year. Use this page to check the exact current local time in Manila, with the date, UTC offset and time zone, updated in real time.

Official time zone: Asia/Manila (Philippines)

Estimated population: 1,846,513 people.

Local fact: Manila and the rest of the Philippines use Philippine Standard Time, UTC+8, all year.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Time in Manila

What time is it in Manila right now?

The exact time in Manila, Philippines, appears on the main clock at the top of this page and updates every second using the Asia/Manila time zone, with no need to reload.

What time zone does Manila use?

Manila (Philippines) uses the Asia/Manila time zone from the IANA database, which corresponds to UTC+8. This is the reference that devices and servers use to calculate local time.

What is the time difference between Manila and New York?

The difference is calculated by comparing the Asia/Manila zone with New York (Eastern Time), so it updates automatically if either zone changes its clocks. The +HR and -HR tags on the cards show how many hours each place is ahead of or behind Manila.

Does Manila observe daylight saving time?

Does not observe daylight saving time; the time is the same all year. This page calculates the time with the Asia/Manila zone, so it always shows the current local time in Manila, including any seasonal clock change.

How do I compare the time in Manila with other cities?

In the Time Across the U.S. and World Times sections you can see the time in other places and how many hours they are ahead (+) or behind (-) Manila. If the calendar day is different, the date is shown, for example Sun Oct 18. Every card links to that place’s page.

Can I see the time in Manila in 12-hour or 24-hour format?

Yes. Use the 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour selector below the main clock; the change applies to every card and your preference is saved in your browser.