Current Time in Timbuktu
About Timbuktu
Timbuktu is located in Mali, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Africa/Bamako time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Timbuktu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMali
- Population84,208
- Latitude16.7735°
- Longitude-3.0074°
- Time zoneAfrica/Bamako
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Timbuktu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Timbuktu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Timbuktu
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Timbuktu 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 Timbuktu
What time zone is Timbuktu in?
Timbuktu, 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 Timbuktu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Timbuktu 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 Timbuktu today?
The sun rises at 6:03 AM and sets at 5:53 PM in Timbuktu today, giving 11h 49m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Timbuktu and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Timbuktu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Timbuktu?
Timbuktu is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.