Local Time in Vientiane, Laos
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- IANA Zone
- Asia/Vientiane
- Country
- Laos
- Continent
- Asia
Latest news in Vientiane
- Lao Art Week 2026 celebrates creativity, cultural heritage across four provincesAsia News Network · 10h ago
- Why China’s new air force base in Laos could rattle VietnamSouth China Morning Post · 11d ago
- China’s Military Open New Logistics and Training Facility in LaosThe Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine · 18d ago
- What Does China’s New Military Base in Laos Mean?Foreign Policy · 12d ago
- Air quality in VientianeIQAir · 20d ago
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Local Vibe
Vientiane is the capital and largest city of Laos. Comprising the 5 urban districts of Vientiane Prefecture, the city is located on the banks of the Mekong, close to the border with Thailand. Vientiane was the administrative capital during French rule. The city had a population of 840,000 as of the 2023 census. Pha That Luang, an icon of Buddhism, is located in Vientiane. Other Buddhist temples can be found there, such as Haw Phra Kaew, which formerly housed the Emerald Buddha.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is it in Vientiane right now?
- The current time in Vientiane, Laos is 08:45:34 PM (GMT+7), which is UTC+7.
- What time zone is Vientiane in?
- Vientiane uses the Asia/Vientiane time zone (IANA identifier), currently abbreviated GMT+7, UTC+7.
- Does Vientiane observe daylight saving time?
- No. Vientiane does not observe daylight saving time — its UTC offset stays at UTC+7 year-round.
- What is the UTC offset in Vientiane?
- Vientiane is currently UTC+7 relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).