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