Current Time in Cotonou
About Cotonou
Cotonou is located in Benin, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 679,012. It runs on Africa/Porto-Novo time, currently UTC+1:00 relative to UTC. Cotonou does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryBenin
- Population679,012
- Latitude6.3654°
- Longitude2.4183°
- Time zoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+1:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Cotonou Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Cotonou's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Cotonou
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Daylight Saving Time
Cotonou does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+1:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Cotonou
What time zone is Cotonou in?
Cotonou, Benin uses the Africa/Porto-Novo time zone. It is currently on WAT (UTC+1:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Cotonou observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Cotonou does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+1:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Cotonou today?
The sun rises at 6:36 AM and sets at 6:37 PM in Cotonou today, giving 12h 0m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Cotonou and New York City?
New York City is 5 hours behind Cotonou right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Cotonou?
Cotonou is currently UTC+1:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.