Current time in Nairobi, Kenya
03:06:21
Sunday, 15 November 2026
UTC offset
UTC+03:00
Africa/Nairobi
Sunrise
06:13
Today
Sunset
18:23
12h 10m of daylight
No daylight saving: Nairobi stays at UTC+03:00 all year.
Nairobi compared with the world
Upcoming holidays in Kenya
- Jamhuri DaySat, 12 Dec · in 27 days
- December SolsticeMon, 21 Dec · in 36 days
- Christmas EveThu, 24 Dec · in 39 days
Other cities in Kenya
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi is in the East Africa Time zone, Africa/Nairobi in the IANA database, currently at UTC+03:00.
Does Nairobi have daylight saving time?
No. Nairobi keeps the same time all year.
What is the best time to call Nairobi?
Business hours in Nairobi 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 Kenya before you book. Open the meeting planner on DaySchedule