Current time in Jos, Nigeria

Time in Jos, Nigeria
9:22 AM
 

Jos 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
6:13 AM
Sunset today
6:04 PM
Country
Nigeria
Region
Plateau
Coordinates
9.93°N, 8.89°E

Time difference from Jos

CityTime nowDifference
New York4:22 AM, Wed5 hours behind
Los Angeles1:22 AM, Wed8 hours behind
London9:22 AM, WedThe same time
Paris10:22 AM, Wed1 hour ahead
Dubai12:22 PM, Wed3 hours ahead
Delhi1:52 PM, Wed4:30 hours ahead
Tokyo5:22 PM, Wed8 hours ahead
Sydney7:22 PM, Wed10 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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Other cities in Nigeria

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Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Jos in?

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

Does Jos observe daylight saving time?

No. Jos keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Jos and New York?

Jos is currently 5 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Jos and London?

Jos is currently the same time as London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Jos today?

Today the sun rises at 6:13 AM and sets at 6:04 PM local time.

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