Current time in Benin City, Nigeria
01:06:47
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+01:00
Africa/Lagos
Sunrise
06:28
Today
Sunset
18:18
11h 50m of daylight
No daylight saving: Benin City stays at UTC+01:00 all year.
Benin City compared with the world
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Benin City in?
Benin City is in the West Africa Time zone, Africa/Lagos in the IANA database, currently at UTC+01:00.
Does Benin City have daylight saving time?
No. Benin City keeps the same time all year.
What is the best time to call Benin City?
Business hours in Benin City usually run from 09:00 to 17:00 local time. Use the meeting planner to find an hour that suits both sides, and check the public holidays in Nigeria before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule