Makassar
What time is it in Indonesia
About Makassar
Makassar is the capital of the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi and the largest city in Eastern Indonesia. It stands on the southwest coast of Sulawesi, facing the Makassar Strait. From 1971 to 1999 it was named Ujung Pandang. The city was the centre of the Gowa Sultanate and had a Portuguese naval base until the Dutch East India Company conquered it in the 17th century. It is the fifth largest urban centre in the country. Clocks in Makassar do not change, and the offset is UTC+8 all year. Beijing and Singapore have the same time all year. New York is 13 hours behind Makassar in January and 12 hours behind in July.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which UTC offset does Makassar use?+
Makassar uses UTC+8 throughout the year. There is no daylight saving, so the offset in January is the same as in July.
Which cities show the same time as Makassar?+
Beijing and Singapore both use UTC+8 all year round, so their clocks always match Makassar's at every hour of the day.
How far is Makassar ahead of New York?+
Makassar is 13 hours ahead of New York in January and 12 hours ahead in July. New York changes to UTC-4 in summer; Makassar does not move.
What was Makassar called between 1971 and 1999?+
From 1971 to 1999 the city was named Ujung Pandang. Makassar is the capital of the Indonesian province of South Sulawesi.
Where is Makassar located?+
Makassar is on the southwest coast of the island of Sulawesi, facing the Makassar Strait. It is the largest city in Eastern Indonesia.