Current Time in Egypt
Egypt is on Eastern European Standard Time – UTC+2 (UTC+2) right now. It switches to UTC+3 (UTC+3) on 29 Apr 2027.
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· Egypt
Africa/Cairo
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Time zone of Egypt
| Time zone | Eastern European Standard Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | UTC+2 |
| UTC offset | UTC+2 |
| IANA time zone id | Africa/Cairo |
| Daylight saving time | Yes – UTC+2 in winter, UTC+3 in summer |
Time difference between Egypt and other cities
Daylight saving time in Egypt
2026
- 23 April 2026: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 29 October 2026: Clocks go back 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
2027
- 29 April 2027: Clocks go forward 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from UTC+2 (UTC+2) to UTC+3 (UTC+3).
- 28 October 2027: Clocks go back 1 hour at 23:59 local time, from UTC+3 (UTC+3) to UTC+2 (UTC+2).
Egypt time FAQ
What time is it in Egypt right now?
Egypt is on UTC+2 (UTC+2). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Egypt, updated every second.
What time zone is Egypt in?
Egypt is in Eastern European Standard Time, abbreviated UTC+2, UTC+2. Its IANA time zone id is Africa/Cairo.
Does Egypt observe daylight saving time?
Yes. The next change is on 29 Apr 2027, when clocks go forward one hour from UTC+2 to UTC+3.
What is the time difference between Egypt and New York?
New York is 7 hours behind Egypt.
Current time in Egypt cities
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.