Current Time in Lilongwe
About Lilongwe
Lilongwe is located in Malawi, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,115,815. It runs on Africa/Blantyre time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Lilongwe does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMalawi
- Population1,115,815
- Latitude-13.9669°
- Longitude33.7873°
- Time zoneAfrica/Blantyre
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Lilongwe Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Lilongwe's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Lilongwe
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Daylight Saving Time
Lilongwe 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 Lilongwe
What time zone is Lilongwe in?
Lilongwe, Malawi uses the Africa/Blantyre time zone. It is currently on CAT (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Lilongwe observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Lilongwe 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 Lilongwe today?
The sun rises at 5:20 AM and sets at 5:42 PM in Lilongwe today, giving 12h 21m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Lilongwe and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Lilongwe right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Lilongwe?
Lilongwe is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.