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Time in Egypt Now
What Time Is It in Egypt Right Now With Seconds
Egypt follows a single national time zone called Eastern European Time (EET). The country operates on UTC+02 during standard time and observes Daylight Saving Time in some years as defined by the government. This means the UTC offset can change seasonally depending on official policy.
Major cities such as Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, Port Said, and Luxor follow the same national time, making timekeeping simple across the entire country.
Egypt Time Zone Info
IANA Time Zone: Africa/Cairo
Standard UTC Offset: UTC +02 hours
Daylight Saving Time Offset: UTC +03 hours (when applied)
Time Zone Abbreviation: EET (Eastern European Time)
DST: May be observed depending on official government announcements
Egypt is one of the countries in North Africa that may change clocks seasonally when Daylight Saving Time is enforced.
Egypt time zone(s)
| Time Zone | Example City/Region | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern European Time (EET) | Cairo, Alexandria | UTC +02 / UTC +03 (DST) |
The official IANA identifier for the country is Africa/Cairo.
Daylight Saving Time in Egypt
Egypt may observe Daylight Saving Time when activated by the government. When DST is in effect, clocks move forward by one hour from UTC+02 to UTC+03.
Because DST rules can change, it is recommended to confirm the current status before traveling or scheduling international meetings.
Major cities in Egypt & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | EET | UTC +02 / UTC +03 |
| Alexandria | EET | UTC +02 / UTC +03 |
| Giza | EET | UTC +02 / UTC +03 |
| Port Said | EET | UTC +02 / UTC +03 |
| Luxor | EET | UTC +02 / UTC +03 |
All cities in Egypt share the same national time zone.
Brief info for Egypt time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Cairo
Default time: Eastern European Time (EET)
Daylight Saving Time: Used in some years
IANA Time Zone ID: Africa/Cairo
Standard UTC offset: UTC +02
DST offset: UTC +03 during active periods
Neighbouring countries with similar time: Libya, Israel (seasonal)
Regional differences: None. Entire country uses one time zone
Pros and Cons
Pros
One national time zone across the entire country.
Time alignment with many Eastern European and Middle Eastern countries.
Seasonal DST can offer longer daylight in evenings.
Simple travel scheduling nationwide.
Consistent official time announcements.
Cons
DST rules may change from year to year.
Clock changes may confuse travelers and international scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do we know about Egypt’s time zone?
Egypt uses Eastern European Time (EET), based on UTC +02.
Does Egypt observe Daylight Saving Time?
Seasonally. DST may be applied depending on government decisions.
What is Egypt’s official time zone?
Eastern European Time (EET).
How many time zones does Egypt have?
Egypt uses one time zone nationwide.
When does Egypt use UTC +03?
During fixed periods when Daylight Saving Time is active.
Do all cities in Egypt follow the same time?
Yes. All regions use the same national time.
How can I check the time difference between Egypt and another country?
You can use a time converter to compare Egypt Time with any global zone.