Current Time in Asmara
About Asmara
Asmara is located in Eritrea, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 563,930. It runs on Africa/Asmara time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Asmara does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryEritrea
- Population563,930
- Latitude15.3381°
- Longitude38.9318°
- Time zoneAfrica/Asmara
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Asmara Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Asmara's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Asmara
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Daylight Saving Time
Asmara does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Asmara
What time zone is Asmara in?
Asmara, Eritrea uses the Africa/Asmara time zone. It is currently on EAT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Asmara observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Asmara does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+3:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Asmara today?
The sun rises at 6:15 AM and sets at 6:06 PM in Asmara today, giving 11h 51m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Asmara and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Asmara right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Asmara?
Asmara is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.