Current time in Kigali, Rwanda
02:06:17
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+02:00
Africa/Kigali
Sunrise
05:39
Today
Sunset
17:51
12h 12m of daylight
No daylight saving: Kigali stays at UTC+02:00 all year.
Kigali compared with the world
Upcoming holidays in Rwanda
- December SolsticeMon, 21 Dec · in 36 days
- Christmas DayFri, 25 Dec · in 40 days
- Boxing DaySat, 26 Dec · in 41 days
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kigali in?
Kigali is in the Central Africa Time zone, Africa/Kigali in the IANA database, currently at UTC+02:00.
Does Kigali have daylight saving time?
No. Kigali keeps the same time all year.
What is the best time to call Kigali?
Business hours in Kigali 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 Rwanda before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule