Current time in Abuja, Nigeria

Time in Abuja, Nigeria
7:39 AM
 

Abuja time zone and facts

Time zone
Nigeria Time (WAT)
UTC offset
UTC+1
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
6:17 AM
Sunset today
6:11 PM
Country
Nigeria
Region
Federal Capital Territory
Coordinates
9.08°N, 7.53°E

Time difference from Abuja

CityTime nowDifference
New York2:39 AM, Tue5 hours behind
Los Angeles11:39 PM, Mon8 hours behind
London7:39 AM, TueThe same time
Paris8:39 AM, Tue1 hour ahead
Dubai10:39 AM, Tue3 hours ahead
Delhi12:09 PM, Tue4:30 hours ahead
Tokyo3:39 PM, Tue8 hours ahead
Sydney5:39 PM, Tue10 hours ahead

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Upcoming public holidays in Nigeria

  • Sun, Nov 1, 2026 National Youth Day
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Sat, Dec 26, 2026 Boxing Day
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Tue, Mar 9, 2027 Id el Fitr

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Abuja in?

Abuja uses Nigeria Time (IANA zone Africa/Lagos). Right now the local time is UTC+1.

Does Abuja observe daylight saving time?

No. Abuja keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Abuja and New York?

Abuja is currently 5 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Abuja and London?

Abuja is currently the same time as London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Abuja today?

Today the sun rises at 6:17 AM and sets at 6:11 PM local time.

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