Current time in Cairo, Egypt
02:05:49
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+02:00
Africa/Cairo
Sunrise
06:21
Today
Sunset
17:00
10h 39m of daylight
Next clock change: clocks go forward 1h on Fri, 30 Apr 2027.
Cairo compared with the world
Upcoming holidays in Egypt
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Cairo in?
Cairo is in the Eastern European Time zone, Africa/Cairo in the IANA database, currently at UTC+02:00.
Does Cairo have daylight saving time?
Yes. Clocks in Cairo change during the year. The next change is on Fri, 30 Apr 2027.
What is the best time to call Cairo?
Business hours in Cairo 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 Egypt before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule