Current Time in Kigali
About Kigali
Kigali is located in Rwanda, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 1,132,686. It runs on Africa/Kigali time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Kigali does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryRwanda
- Population1,132,686
- Latitude-1.9500°
- Longitude30.0589°
- Time zoneAfrica/Kigali
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Kigali Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kigali's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kigali
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Daylight Saving Time
Kigali 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 Kigali
What time zone is Kigali in?
Kigali, Rwanda uses the Africa/Kigali time zone. It is currently on CAT (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Kigali observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Kigali 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 Kigali today?
The sun rises at 5:42 AM and sets at 5:50 PM in Kigali today, giving 12h 8m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kigali and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Kigali right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kigali?
Kigali is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.