Current Time in Nouakchott
About Nouakchott
Nouakchott is located in Mauritania, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,184,530. It runs on Africa/Nouakchott time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Nouakchott does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryMauritania
- Population1,184,530
- Latitude18.0858°
- Longitude-15.9785°
- Time zoneAfrica/Nouakchott
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Nouakchott Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Nouakchott's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Nouakchott
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Daylight Saving Time
Nouakchott 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 Nouakchott
What time zone is Nouakchott in?
Nouakchott, Mauritania uses the Africa/Nouakchott time zone. It is currently on GMT (UTC). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Nouakchott observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Nouakchott 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 Nouakchott today?
The sun rises at 6:56 AM and sets at 6:44 PM in Nouakchott today, giving 11h 48m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Nouakchott and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Nouakchott right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Nouakchott?
Nouakchott is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.