Current Time in Parakou
About Parakou
Parakou is located in Benin, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 255,478. It runs on Africa/Porto-Novo time, currently UTC+1:00 relative to UTC. Parakou does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryBenin
- Population255,478
- Latitude9.3372°
- Longitude2.6303°
- Time zoneAfrica/Porto-Novo
- Current UTC offsetUTC+1:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Parakou Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Parakou's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Parakou
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Daylight Saving Time
Parakou 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 Parakou
What time zone is Parakou in?
Parakou, 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 Parakou observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Parakou 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 Parakou today?
The sun rises at 6:37 AM and sets at 6:34 PM in Parakou today, giving 11h 57m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Parakou and New York City?
New York City is 5 hours behind Parakou right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Parakou?
Parakou is currently UTC+1:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.