Current time in Johannesburg, South Africa

Time in Johannesburg, South Africa
9:12 AM
 

Johannesburg time zone and facts

Time zone
South Africa Time (SAST)
UTC offset
UTC+2
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
5:28 AM
Sunset today
6:17 PM
Region
Gauteng
Coordinates
26.17°S, 28.03°E

Time difference from Johannesburg

CityTime nowDifference
New York3:12 AM, Tue6 hours behind
Los Angeles12:12 AM, Tue9 hours behind
London8:12 AM, Tue1 hour behind
Paris9:12 AM, TueThe same time
Dubai11:12 AM, Tue2 hours ahead
Delhi12:42 PM, Tue3:30 hours ahead
Tokyo4:12 PM, Tue7 hours ahead
Sydney6:12 PM, Tue9 hours ahead

The difference from your location is shown at the top of the page.

Upcoming public holidays in South Africa

  • Wed, Dec 16, 2026 Day of Reconciliation
  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Sat, Dec 26, 2026 Day of Goodwill
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Sun, Mar 21, 2027 Human Rights Day

All South Africa holidays →

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Johannesburg in?

Johannesburg uses South Africa Time (IANA zone Africa/Johannesburg). Right now the local time is UTC+2.

Does Johannesburg observe daylight saving time?

No. Johannesburg keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Johannesburg and New York?

Johannesburg is currently 6 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Johannesburg and London?

Johannesburg is currently 1 hour ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Johannesburg today?

Today the sun rises at 5:28 AM and sets at 6:17 PM local time.

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