Current Time in Yaoundé
About Yaoundé
Yaoundé is located in Cameroon, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,299,369. It runs on Africa/Douala time, currently UTC+1:00 relative to UTC. Yaoundé does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryCameroon
- Population1,299,369
- Latitude3.8667°
- Longitude11.5167°
- Time zoneAfrica/Douala
- Current UTC offsetUTC+1:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Yaoundé Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Yaoundé's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Yaoundé
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Yaoundé 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 Yaoundé
What time zone is Yaoundé in?
Yaoundé, 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 Yaoundé observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Yaoundé 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 Yaoundé today?
The sun rises at 5:59 AM and sets at 6:02 PM in Yaoundé today, giving 12h 3m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Yaoundé and New York City?
New York City is 5 hours behind Yaoundé right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Yaoundé?
Yaoundé is currently UTC+1:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.