Kathmandu Time vs
Manila Time
Current time comparison between Kathmandu and Manila.
Time Difference: Nepal is behind of Manila
By 2 hours and 15 minutes. (Standard Time)
Time Overlap
Standard working hours (9 AM — 5 PM) overlap between both locations.
Work Hour Overlap (9 AM - 5 PM)
About Nepal
Nepal operates on Nepal Standard Time (UTC+5:45), the world’s only 45-minute time offset. It is based on the solar time of Mt. Gauri Shankar.
About Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines and operates on Philippine Standard Time (PHST, UTC+8).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there a 45-minute difference?
Nepal chose UTC+5:45 to be geographically accurate to its meridian (Mt. Gauri Shankar), making it distinct from the neighboring 30-minute offsets.
When does the time difference change?
It changes only when Manila enters or exits Daylight Saving Time. Nepal stays on UTC+5:45 year-round.