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Time in Chad Now
Central Africa Local Live Time
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Chad follows a single national time zone based on West Africa Time (WAT). The country operates on UTC+01 all year and does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so clocks remain unchanged in all seasons.
Cities such as N’Djamena, Moundou, Sarh, Abéché, and Kélo all follow the same national time, making daily timekeeping simple across the country.
Chad Time Zone Info
IANA Time Zone: Africa/Ndjamena
UTC Offset: UTC +01 hour
Time Zone Abbreviation: WAT (West Africa Time)
DST: Not observed
DST Abbreviation: None. The offset remains unchanged all year
Chad shares its time with several other Central and West African countries.
Chad time zone(s)
| Time Zone | Example City/Region | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| West Africa Time (WAT) | N’Djamena, Moundou | UTC +01 |
The official IANA identifier for the country is Africa/Ndjamena.
Daylight Saving Time in Chad
Chad does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on UTC +01 throughout the year.
This ensures simple and reliable timekeeping with no clock changes.
Major cities in Chad & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| N’Djamena | WAT | UTC +01 |
| Moundou | WAT | UTC +01 |
| Sarh | WAT | UTC +01 |
| Abéché | WAT | UTC +01 |
| Kélo | WAT | UTC +01 |
All cities follow the same national time.
Brief info for Chad time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: N’Djamena
Default time: West Africa Time (WAT)
Daylight Saving Time: Not used
IANA Time Zone ID: Africa/Ndjamena
Standard UTC offset: UTC +01
Neighbouring countries with similar time: Nigeria, Niger, Cameroon
Regional differences: None. One national time zone
Pros and Cons
Pros
One national time zone simplifies scheduling.
No DST avoids seasonal confusion.
Stable UTC +01 offset year-round.
Easy coordination with neighboring countries.
Consistent official clock.
Cons
One hour difference from GMT may affect UK-based communication.
Limited overlap with Asia-Pacific business hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do we know about Chad’s time zone?
Chad uses West Africa Time (WAT), which is UTC +01.
Does Chad observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Chad does not use DST.
What is Chad’s official time zone?
West Africa Time (WAT).
How many time zones does Chad have?
Chad uses one national time zone.
Do neighbouring countries share the same time as Chad?
Yes. Nigeria, Niger, and Cameroon use the same UTC +01 offset.
Does Chad ever change its clocks?
No. The time remains the same all year.
How can I check the time difference between Chad and another country?
You can use a time converter to compare Chad Time with any global zone.