Current Time in Bukavu
About Bukavu
Bukavu is located in Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 816,811. It runs on Africa/Lubumbashi time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Bukavu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryDemocratic Republic of the Congo
- Population816,811
- Latitude-2.4908°
- Longitude28.8428°
- Time zoneAfrica/Lubumbashi
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Bukavu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Bukavu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Bukavu
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Daylight Saving Time
Bukavu does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+2:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Bukavu
What time zone is Bukavu in?
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo uses the Africa/Lubumbashi time zone. It is currently on CAT (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Bukavu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Bukavu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+2:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Bukavu today?
The sun rises at 5:46 AM and sets at 5:56 PM in Bukavu today, giving 12h 9m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Bukavu and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Bukavu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Bukavu?
Bukavu is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.