Current Time in Gao
About Gao
Gao is located in Mali, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 133,110. It runs on Africa/Bamako time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Gao does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMali
- Population133,110
- Latitude16.2717°
- Longitude-0.0447°
- Time zoneAfrica/Bamako
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Gao Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Gao's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Gao
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Daylight Saving Time
Gao does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Gao
What time zone is Gao in?
Gao, Mali uses the Africa/Bamako time zone. It is currently on GMT (UTC). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Gao observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Gao 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 Gao today?
The sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 5:42 PM in Gao today, giving 11h 50m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Gao and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Gao right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Gao?
Gao is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.