Current local time in Cairo
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About time in Cairo
Cairo uses the IANA zone Africa/Cairo: UTC+2 in standard time and UTC+3 during daylight saving time. Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 24 April and 29 October.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Cairo in?
Cairo uses the IANA zone Africa/Cairo: UTC+2 in standard time and UTC+3 during daylight saving time.
Does Cairo observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026 clocks change on 24 April and 29 October.
What are the coordinates of Cairo?
The city centre is at about 30.0500°, 31.2500° (Northern and Eastern Hemispheres).