Current Time in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is on East Africa Time – EAT (UTC+3) right now. Ethiopia does not observe daylight saving time.
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· Ethiopia
Africa/Nairobi
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Time zone of Ethiopia
| Time zone | East Africa Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | EAT |
| UTC offset | UTC+3 |
| IANA time zone id | Africa/Nairobi |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Time difference between Ethiopia and other cities
Daylight saving time in Ethiopia
Ethiopia does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+3 all year, so conversions never shift.
Ethiopia time FAQ
What time is it in Ethiopia right now?
Ethiopia is on EAT (UTC+3). The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Ethiopia, updated every second.
What time zone is Ethiopia in?
Ethiopia is in East Africa Time, abbreviated EAT, UTC+3. Its IANA time zone id is Africa/Nairobi.
Does Ethiopia observe daylight saving time?
No. Ethiopia stays on UTC+3 all year.
What is the time difference between Ethiopia and New York?
New York is 8 hours behind Ethiopia.
Current time in Ethiopia cities
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.