Current Time in Addis Ababa
About Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is located in Ethiopia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 3,860,000. It runs on Africa/Addis_Ababa time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Addis Ababa does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryEthiopia
- Population3,860,000
- Latitude9.0250°
- Longitude38.7469°
- Time zoneAfrica/Addis_Ababa
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Addis Ababa Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Addis Ababa's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Addis Ababa
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Daylight Saving Time
Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa
What time zone is Addis Ababa in?
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia uses the Africa/Addis_Ababa time zone. It is currently on EAT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Addis Ababa observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa today?
The sun rises at 6:12 AM and sets at 6:10 PM in Addis Ababa today, giving 11h 57m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Addis Ababa and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Addis Ababa right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Addis Ababa?
Addis Ababa is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.