Current Time in Chennai
Chennai, India · Asia/Kolkata · Population ~6,721,000
GMT+5:30 · UTC+5:30
Time Zone Details
- Current Time
- 12:39 (GMT+5:30)
- Date
- Sep 2, 2026
- Time Zone
- Asia/Kolkata
- UTC Offset
- UTC+05:30
- Daylight Saving Time
- Not observed
- Country
- India
- Coordinates
- 13.0827°N, 80.2707°E
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it in Chennai?
The current local time in Chennai is shown on this page. It is 12:39 (GMT+5:30, UTC+5:30).
What time zone is Chennai in?
Chennai is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+5:30).
What is Chennai time in UTC?
Chennai is UTC+5:30 relative to UTC.
Does Chennai observe daylight saving time?
No. Chennai does not observe daylight saving time and stays on UTC+5:30 all year.
What is the time difference between Chennai and New York?
Right now, Chennai is -9h 30m compared to New York. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.
What is the time difference between Chennai and London?
Right now, Chennai is -4h 30m compared to London. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.
What is the time difference between Chennai and Los Angeles?
Right now, Chennai is -12h 30m compared to Los Angeles. Use the converter above to check a specific date and time.