The current local time in Jordan is shown above. Jordan operates on Arabia Standard Time (AST) with a UTC offset of UTC+3.
Major cities including Amman, Zarqa, Irbid, and Aqaba all follow the same national time zone.
Jordan uses a single time zone across the entire country, which keeps time consistent nationwide.
Jordan follows Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) throughout the year and does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Quick Facts
- Capital: Amman
- Region: Middle East / Western Asia
- Time Zone: Arabia Standard Time (AST)
- UTC Offset: UTC+3
- Daylight Saving Time: No
- Population: About 11 million
- Language: Arabic
- Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Time Difference from Major Cities
- Jordan ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 7–8 hours ahead, depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
- Jordan ↔ New York: New York is usually 8 hours behind Jordan.
- Jordan ↔ London: London is usually 3 hours behind Jordan.
- Jordan ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually 1 hour ahead of Jordan.
- Jordan ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 6 hours ahead of Jordan.
Time differences may vary slightly during Daylight Saving Time transition weeks.
Daylight Saving Time
Jordan does not currently observe seasonal Daylight Saving Time and remains on UTC+3 year-round.
Best Time to Call Jordan from Abroad
If you are calling Jordan from:
- Australia (Sydney): Best time is 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sydney time, corresponding to morning in Jordan.
- United Kingdom: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM UK time works well.
- United States (New York): 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST reaches Jordan in the afternoon.
Typical business hours in Jordan are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is Jordan in?
Jordan follows Arabia Standard Time (AST) which is UTC+3.
Does Jordan observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Jordan stays on the same time throughout the year.
Is Jordan the same time as Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Jordan and Saudi Arabia both follow UTC+3.
Where is Jordan Located?
Jordan is located in the Middle East, bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south and east, Iraq to the northeast, Syria to the north, and Israel and the West Bank to the west.
What is Jordan Famous For?
Jordan is known for its historic archaeological sites, desert landscapes, and rich cultural heritage.
Jordan is famous for:
- Petra, the ancient rock-carved city and UNESCO World Heritage Site
- The Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth
- Wadi Rum desert landscapes
- Historic Roman ruins such as Jerash
- Beautiful desert and mountain scenery
- Traditional Middle Eastern culture and cuisine
Because of its history and natural wonders, Jordan is one of the most visited countries in the Middle East.
Additional Note
Since Jordan remains on UTC+3 throughout the year, international time differences may change when other countries adjust their clocks seasonally.
