Kathmandu Time vs
Riyadh Time
Current time comparison between Kathmandu and Riyadh.
Time Difference: Nepal is ahead of Riyadh
By 2 hours and 45 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 Riyadh
Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia and operates on Arabia Standard Time (AST, UTC+3).
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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 Riyadh enters or exits Daylight Saving Time. Nepal stays on UTC+5:45 year-round.