Current Time in Jinja
About Jinja
Jinja is located in Uganda, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Africa/Kampala time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Jinja does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryUganda
- Population93,061
- Latitude0.4390°
- Longitude33.2032°
- Time zoneAfrica/Kampala
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Jinja Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Jinja's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Jinja
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Jinja does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
Time Difference from Top 10 Cities Worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Jinja
What time zone is Jinja in?
Jinja, Uganda uses the Africa/Kampala time zone. It is currently on EAT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Jinja observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Jinja 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 Jinja today?
The sun rises at 6:30 AM and sets at 6:37 PM in Jinja today, giving 12h 6m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Jinja and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Jinja right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Jinja?
Jinja is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.