Turkmenistan Time Now - Current Time in Turkmenistan

What Time Is It in Turkmenistan Right Now?

AshgabatAsia

Current Time

05:12:58 AM
Saturday, December 13, 2025
GMT+5Asia/Ashgabat

Country Information

Population

6.0 million

Capital

Ashgabat

Area

488,100 km²

Currency

Turkmenistani Manat (TMT)

Language

Turkmen

Time Zone Details

Timezone

Asia/Ashgabat

UTC Offset

GMT+5

Current Status

Night Time

Country Names & Abbreviations

Country

Turkmenistan

Long Name

Turkmenistan

Abbreviations

TM, TKM

Global Time Comparison

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Turkmenistan
05:12:58 AM
New York
07:12:58 PM
-10h behind
London
12:12:58 AM
-5h behind
Paris
01:12:58 AM
-4h behind
Tokyo
09:12:58 AM
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Sydney
11:12:58 AM
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Dubai
04:12:58 AM
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Singapore
08:12:58 AM
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Mumbai
05:42:58 AM
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Turkmenistan Public Holidays 2025

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Time Comparison with Neighboring Countries

Time Differences: Kazakhstan (West Kazakhstan Time) is same time, Kazakhstan (East Kazakhstan Time) is same time, Uzbekistan is same time, Afghanistan is 0.5h behind, Iran is 1.5h behind.

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Cities in Turkmenistan

CityTime
AshgabatSat 05:12:58 AM
DashoguzSat 05:12:58 AM
DaşoguzSat 05:12:58 AM
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MarySat 05:12:58 AM
TurkmenabatSat 05:12:58 AM
TürkmenabatSat 05:12:58 AM
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BalkanabatSat 05:12:58 AM

Complete Time Zone Guide for Turkmenistan

SyncMyTime displays accurate time for Ashgabat and Turkmen cities. Turkmenistan Time (TMT, UTC+5) is maintained year-round.

Time Zone History

Turkmenistan adopted UTC+5 after Soviet independence. The country permanently eliminated daylight saving time in 1992, preferring year-round consistency. This time zone reflects Turkmenistan's Central Asian position. The autocratic government maintains strict control over all aspects of life including schedules, with state-mandated timing for many activities.

Culture & Daily Rhythm

Turkmen daily life is heavily influenced by government control and traditional nomadic heritage. The workday runs on state-determined schedules. Gas wealth supports Ashgabat's marble architecture but rural areas maintain traditional patterns. Carpet weaving follows ancient techniques with traditional timing patterns. The Friday Mosque gathering is the main weekly social event. Nowruz is the major celebration.

Why People Check Turkmenistan Time

Many users search Turkmenistan time to organize:

  • Natural gas industry coordination
  • Turkmen carpet trade and handicrafts
  • Tourism planning to Darvaza gas crater
  • Regional Central Asian energy trade
  • Construction and infrastructure projects
  • Oil and gas pipeline operations

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Interesting Facts

Turkmenistan is home to the world's largest collection of ancient Persian artifacts.

The country has the world's largest collection of ancient manuscripts.

Turkmenistan is the world's largest producer of natural gas.

The country has more than 1,000 archaeological sites.

Turkmenistan is home to the world's largest collection of ancient textiles.