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Time in Samoa Right Now
What Time Is It in Samoa Right Now With Seconds
Samoa follows Samoa Standard Time (SST), which operates on UTC +13. Some years Samoa observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), shifting to UTC +14, typically during the Southern Hemisphere summer.
Major locations such as Apia, Vaitele, Faleula, Siusega, and Malie all use the same national time zone, making travel, communication, business hours, and daily activities consistent throughout the country.
Samoa Time Zone Information
IANA Time Zone: Pacific/Apia
UTC Offset: UTC +13 hours (Standard Time)
Time Zone Abbreviation: SST (Samoa Standard Time)
DST: Sometimes observed
DST Offset: UTC +14 (Samoa Daylight Time)
DST Abbreviation: SDT
Samoa is one of the first places on Earth to enter a new day due to its high UTC offset.
Samoa time zone(s)
| Time Zone | Example City/Region | UTC Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Samoa Standard Time (SST) | Apia, Faleula, Vaitele | UTC +13 |
| Samoa Daylight Time (SDT) | Apia (seasonal) | UTC +14 |
The official IANA timezone for Samoa is Pacific/Apia.
Daylight Saving Time in Samoa
Samoa has used Daylight Saving Time in many recent years, typically moving clocks one hour forward from UTC +13 to UTC +14.
However, DST is not guaranteed every year and depends on government announcements.
When DST is not applied, Samoa stays on UTC +13.
Major cities in Samoa & their time
| City | Time Zone | Typical Offset |
|---|---|---|
| Apia | SST | UTC +13 |
| Vaitele | SST | UTC +13 |
| Faleula | SST | UTC +13 |
| Siusega | SST | UTC +13 |
| Malie | SST | UTC +13 |
All cities follow a single national time.
Brief info for Samoa time
Number of time zones: 1
Capital city: Apia
Standard time: Samoa Standard Time (SST)
DST: Sometimes observed
IANA Time Zone ID: Pacific/Apia
Standard UTC Offset: UTC +13
DST Offset: UTC +14
Neighbouring regions with same time: Tokelau, parts of Kiribati
Regional differences: None
Pros and Cons
Pros
One national time — simple for residents and tourists.
UTC +13 makes Samoa one of the earliest places to start the new day.
DST (when used) extends evening daylight.
Time is consistent and predictable in non-DST years.
Good alignment with nearby Pacific island nations.
Cons
Very large time difference from Europe and the US.
DST application varies by year — not fully consistent.
Coordination with American Samoa can be confusing (a full 24-hour difference at times).
Frequently Asked Questions
What do we know about Samoa time zone?
Samoa uses Samoa Standard Time (SST), UTC +13, with occasional DST shifting to UTC +14.
Does Samoa observe Daylight Saving Time?
Some years yes, some years no. When active, DST moves time to UTC +14.
What is Samoa’s official time zone?
The official time zone is Samoa Standard Time (SST), UTC +13.
How many time zones does Samoa have?
Samoa uses only one national time zone.
Do neighbouring countries share the same time as Samoa?
Yes — Tokelau and parts of Kiribati share UTC +13/14 depending on season.
What is Samoa’s IANA time zone ID?
Samoa's time zone ID is Pacific/Apia.
How can I check the time difference between Samoa and another country?
Use a time converter to compare Samoa’s time (UTC +13/14) with other world time zones.