Current Time in Rafaḩ
About Rafaḩ
Rafaḩ is located in Palestinian Territory, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 126,305. It runs on Asia/Gaza time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Rafaḩ observes Daylight Saving Time, so this offset shifts by an hour twice a year.
- CountryPalestinian Territory
- Population126,305
- Latitude31.2972°
- Longitude34.2436°
- Time zoneAsia/Gaza
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeObserved
Sunrise & Sunset in Rafaḩ Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Rafaḩ's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Rafaḩ
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Rafaḩ observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks last changed on Saturday, March 28, 2026 (to EEST), and are next scheduled to change on Saturday, October 24, 2026 (to EET).
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Rafaḩ
What time zone is Rafaḩ in?
Rafaḩ, Palestinian Territory uses the Asia/Gaza time zone. It is currently on EEST (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Rafaḩ observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Rafaḩ observes Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC offset shifts by an hour twice a year. The next clock change is on Saturday, October 24, 2026, when it moves to EET.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Rafaḩ today?
The sun rises at 6:43 AM and sets at 6:16 PM in Rafaḩ today, giving 11h 33m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Rafaḩ and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Rafaḩ right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Rafaḩ?
Rafaḩ is currently UTC+3:00. Because the city observes Daylight Saving Time, this offset is not the same all year.