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Time in Djibouti Now
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What Time Is It in Djibouti Right Now With Seconds
Djibouti follows a single national time zone based on East Africa Time (EAT). The country operates on UTC+03 throughout the year and does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the local clock remains the same in all seasons.
Cities such as Djibouti City, Ali Sabieh, Tadjoura, Obock, and Dikhil all use the same national time, keeping daily schedules consistent across the country.
Djibouti Time Zone Info
IANA Time Zone: Africa/Djibouti
UTC Offset: UTC +03 hours
Time Zone Abbreviation: EAT (East Africa Time)
DST: Not observed
DST Abbreviation: None. The offset remains unchanged all year
Djibouti shares the same time zone with several East African countries.
Djibouti time zone(s)
| Time Zone | Example City/Region | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| East Africa Time (EAT) | Djibouti City, Tadjoura | UTC +03 |
The official IANA identifier for the country is Africa/Djibouti.
Daylight Saving Time in Djibouti
Djibouti does not use Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on UTC +03 throughout the year.
This ensures stable and predictable timekeeping.
Major cities in Djibouti & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Djibouti City | EAT | UTC +03 |
| Ali Sabieh | EAT | UTC +03 |
| Tadjoura | EAT | UTC +03 |
| Obock | EAT | UTC +03 |
| Dikhil | EAT | UTC +03 |
All cities in Djibouti follow the same national time.
Brief info for Djibouti time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Djibouti City
Default time: East Africa Time (EAT)
Daylight Saving Time: Not used
IANA Time Zone ID: Africa/Djibouti
Standard UTC offset: UTC +03
Neighbouring countries with similar time: Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea
Regional differences: None. Entire country uses one time zone
Pros and Cons
Pros
One national time zone simplifies coordination.
No DST avoids seasonal confusion.
Stable UTC offset year-round.
Easy alignment with East African neighbors.
Predictable scheduling.
Cons
Large time difference from the Americas.
Limited overlap with European working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do we know about Djibouti’s time zone?
Djibouti uses East Africa Time (EAT), which is UTC +03.
Does Djibouti observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. The country does not use DST.
What is Djibouti’s official time zone?
East Africa Time (EAT).
How many time zones does Djibouti have?
Djibouti uses one national time zone.
Do neighbouring countries share the same time as Djibouti?
Yes. Ethiopia, Somalia, and Eritrea use the same offset.
Does Djibouti ever change its clocks?
No. The time does not change.
How can I check the time difference between Djibouti and another country?
You can use a time converter to compare Djibouti Time with any global zone.