Time Zone & Daylight Saving Time Specifications
| Time Zone Name / IANA ID | Africa/Cairo |
|---|---|
| Current UTC / GMT Offset | UTC+3:00 |
| Time Zone Abbreviation | GMT+3 |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | Observes DST (Currently Active) |
| Next Clock Change | END: Thu, Oct 29, 2026 (UTC+2:00) |
| Standard Working Hours | 09:00 to 17:00 (Monday – Friday) |
Sun, Daylight & Astronomical Forecast
日の出 6:53 AM
南中（正午） 12:42 PM
日の入り 6:31 PM
昼間の長さ 11h 38m
| Civil Dawn (Twilight Begins) | 6:29 AM |
|---|---|
| Civil Dusk (Twilight Ends) | 6:55 PM |
| Daylight Remaining | N/A |
Time Difference with Major World Hubs
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London United Kingdom
1:14 PM 2 hours behind
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Johannesburg South Africa
2:14 PM 1 hour behind
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Dubai United Arab Emirates
4:14 PM 1 hour ahead
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New York United States
8:14 AM 7 hours behind
Frequently Asked Questions about Cairo Time
What is the current time and timezone in Cairo?
Cairo is in the Africa/Cairo timezone with a current UTC offset of UTC+3:00 (GMT+3). The local time is synchronized with high-precision international atomic standards.
Does Cairo change clocks for Daylight Saving Time?
Cairo observes Daylight Saving Time (DST). In the spring, clocks advance forward 1 hour, and in the autumn, clocks move back 1 hour to standard time.
How does Cairo time compare to UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)?
Cairo is currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. When it is 12:00 PM (Noon) UTC, the time in Cairo is 3:00 PM.