Current Time in Accra
About Accra
Accra is located in Ghana, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,963,264. It runs on Africa/Accra time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Accra does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryGhana
- Population1,963,264
- Latitude5.5560°
- Longitude-0.1969°
- Time zoneAfrica/Accra
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Accra Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Accra's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Accra
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Accra does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Accra
What time zone is Accra in?
Accra, Ghana uses the Africa/Accra time zone. It is currently on GMT (UTC). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Accra observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Accra does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Accra today?
The sun rises at 5:46 AM and sets at 5:48 PM in Accra today, giving 12h 1m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Accra and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Accra right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Accra?
Accra is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.