Current Time in Maroua
About Maroua
Maroua is located in Cameroon, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 314,122. It runs on Africa/Douala time, currently UTC+1:00 relative to UTC. Maroua does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryCameroon
- Population314,122
- Latitude10.5910°
- Longitude14.3159°
- Time zoneAfrica/Douala
- Current UTC offsetUTC+1:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Maroua Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Maroua's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Maroua
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Daylight Saving Time
Maroua does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+1:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Maroua
What time zone is Maroua in?
Maroua, Cameroon uses the Africa/Douala time zone. It is currently on WAT (UTC+1:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Maroua observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Maroua 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 Maroua today?
The sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 5:47 PM in Maroua today, giving 11h 56m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Maroua and New York City?
New York City is 5 hours behind Maroua right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Maroua?
Maroua is currently UTC+1:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.