Amman
What time is it in Jordan
About Amman
Amman sits at UTC+3 permanently, with no daylight saving time. New York is 7 hours behind in summer, extending to 8 hours behind in winter. Most Amman businesses open around 08:30 and close by 17:00 Sunday through Thursday — so Monday morning calls from the US East Coast land in Amman's early afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is it right now in Amman, Jordan?+
If you're wondering what time is it right now in Amman, Jordan, you can check the live clock at the top of this page. Amman operates on Arabia Standard Time (AST), which is UTC+3 year-round.
What time zone does Amman use?+
Amman, Jordan uses the Asia/Amman time zone, officially Arabia Standard Time (AST) at UTC+3. Since 2022, Jordan no longer observes daylight saving time, so the offset remains UTC+3 throughout the entire year.
What is the time difference between Amman and London?+
Amman is typically 3 hours ahead of London (UTC+3 vs UTC+0). During British Summer Time (BST), the gap narrows to 2 hours. Always verify the current offset since the UK shifts clocks seasonally while Amman does not.
What is the time difference between Amman and New York?+
Amman is usually 7 hours ahead of New York (EST). When New York switches to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4), the difference becomes 6 hours. Jordan's clock stays fixed at UTC+3, so the gap varies with US daylight saving schedules.
Does Amman observe daylight saving time?+
No. Jordan permanently abolished daylight saving time in 2022. Amman stays on UTC+3 (Arabia Standard Time) all year, making it easy to calculate the time difference without seasonal adjustments.
What time is it in Amman compared to UTC?+
Amman is 3 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+3). For example, when it is 12:00 UTC, the local time in Amman is 15:00 (3:00 PM).
What time is it in Amman when it is noon in Dubai?+
Amman and Dubai share the same UTC+3 offset, so when it is noon in Dubai, it is also noon in Amman. The two cities are perfectly in sync despite being in different countries.