Current Date And Time In Dhofar, Oman
Monday, 03 August 2026
15:39:54 GST
Capital: Salalah
Currency: Omani Rial (OMR)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (GST)
Population: 408,419
Area: 99,300.00 km²
State Code: ZU
Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Dhofar, a state or region of Oman in Asia. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Dhofar — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Dhofar | |
| Native Name | Z̧ufar | |
| State Capital | Salalah | |
| State Code | ZU | |
| Total Districts | 10 | |
| Country | Oman | |
| Continent | Asia | |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 408,419 | |
| Percentage In World Population | 0.0050% | |
| Percentage In Oman Population | 7.71% | |
| Density per km2 | 2.27 | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 99,300.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 38,339.93 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #1 | |
| Percentage of Oman Area | 46.74% | |
| Ranking & Classification | ||
| Region Type | First-Order Administrative Division (State/Province) | |
| Population Rank in Oman | #5 of 11 states/regions with population data | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Omani Rial | |
| Code ISO-4217 | OMR | |
| Symbol | ر.ع. | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +968 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .om | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 11 | |
| In Feet | 36 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 17.03 | |
| Longitude | 54.14 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 17.032° N 54.143° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 17° 1' 56" N 54° 8' 33" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 17° 1.93' N 54° 8.55' E | |
| Location Context | ||
| Nearest State in Another Country | Al Mahrah Governorate, Yemen (268 km) | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +04:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year | |
| Sun Times Today | ||
| Sunrise | 🔥 06:02 AM | |
| Sunset | 🌅 06:56 PM | |
| Day Length | 12h 53m |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Dhofar, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Oman.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Şalalah | 163,140 | 17.015° N | 54.092° E |
| Thamarit | 10,552 | 17.67° N | 54.033° E |
| Al Mazyunah | - | 17.838° N | 52.66° E |
Dhofar is an administrative region of Oman, located in Asia. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Oman's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Dhofar for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Oman
Precise GPS coordinates of Dhofar enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Dhofar within Oman plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Asia markets. › View Dhofar on map
Understanding the local time zone of Dhofar is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in Dhofar is Omani rial (OMR). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Oman need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Dhofar are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Oman. › View all country calling codes
Dhofar is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Oman in Asia. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Dhofar
As of the latest data, Dhofar has a population of approximately 408,419 people. This represents approximately 7.71% of Oman's total population. The population density is 2.27 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.
Dhofar covers an area of approximately 99,300.00 square kilometers (38,339.93 square miles). This is about 46.74% of Oman's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Dhofar is Salalah. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Oman. The national capital of Oman is Muscat.
Dhofar follows the +04:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Oman. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Dhofar is the Omani rial (OMR), represented by the symbol ر.ع. — the official currency of Oman. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
