Current time in Lilongwe, Malawi

Time in Lilongwe, Malawi
10:58 AM
 

Lilongwe time zone and facts

Time zone
Malawi Time (CAT)
UTC offset
UTC+2
Daylight saving
Not observed — time stays the same all year
Sunrise today
5:15 AM
Sunset today
5:43 PM
Country
Malawi
Coordinates
13.98°S, 33.78°E

Time difference from Lilongwe

CityTime nowDifference
New York4:58 AM, Wed6 hours behind
Los Angeles1:58 AM, Wed9 hours behind
London9:58 AM, Wed1 hour behind
Paris10:58 AM, WedThe same time
Dubai12:58 PM, Wed2 hours ahead
Delhi2:28 PM, Wed3:30 hours ahead
Tokyo5:58 PM, Wed7 hours ahead
Sydney7:58 PM, Wed9 hours ahead

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

Upcoming public holidays in Malawi

  • Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day
  • Fri, Jan 1, 2027 New Year's Day
  • Fri, Jan 15, 2027 John Chilembwe Day
  • Wed, Mar 3, 2027 Martyrs' Day
  • Tue, Mar 9, 2027 Eid al Fitri

All Malawi holidays →

Other cities in Malawi

BlantyreMzuzuZombaMangochiSalimaNkhotakotaKarongaChiromoNsanjeMzimbaMchinjiNkhata BayMulanjeDedzaMwanzaChitipa

Frequently asked questions

What time zone is Lilongwe in?

Lilongwe uses Malawi Time (IANA zone Africa/Blantyre). Right now the local time is UTC+2.

Does Lilongwe observe daylight saving time?

No. Lilongwe keeps the same time all year.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and New York?

Lilongwe is currently 6 hours ahead of New York.

What is the time difference between Lilongwe and London?

Lilongwe is currently 1 hour ahead of London.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Lilongwe today?

Today the sun rises at 5:15 AM and sets at 5:43 PM local time.

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