Current Time in Mogadishu
About Mogadishu
Mogadishu is located in Somalia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 2,587,183. It runs on Africa/Mogadishu time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Mogadishu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySomalia
- Population2,587,183
- Latitude2.0371°
- Longitude45.3438°
- Time zoneAfrica/Mogadishu
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Mogadishu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Mogadishu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Mogadishu
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Mogadishu does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Mogadishu
What time zone is Mogadishu in?
Mogadishu, Somalia uses the Africa/Mogadishu time zone. It is currently on EAT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Mogadishu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Mogadishu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+3:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Mogadishu today?
The sun rises at 5:42 AM and sets at 5:47 PM in Mogadishu today, giving 12h 4m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Mogadishu and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Mogadishu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Mogadishu?
Mogadishu is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.