Current Time in Benghazi
About Benghazi
Benghazi is located in Libya, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 757,490. It runs on Africa/Tripoli time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Benghazi does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryLibya
- Population757,490
- Latitude32.1149°
- Longitude20.0686°
- Time zoneAfrica/Tripoli
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Benghazi Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Benghazi's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Benghazi
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Daylight Saving Time
Benghazi 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 Benghazi
What time zone is Benghazi in?
Benghazi, Libya uses the Africa/Tripoli time zone. It is currently on EET (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Benghazi observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Benghazi 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 Benghazi today?
The sun rises at 6:40 AM and sets at 6:12 PM in Benghazi today, giving 11h 32m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Benghazi and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Benghazi right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Benghazi?
Benghazi is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.