Current Time in Dakhla
About Dakhla
Dakhla is located in Western Sahara, in the Northern Hemisphere. It runs on Africa/El_Aaiun time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Dakhla does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryWestern Sahara
- Population75,000
- Latitude23.6848°
- Longitude-15.9580°
- Time zoneAfrica/El_Aaiun
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Dakhla Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Dakhla's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Dakhla
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Dakhla 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 Dakhla
What time zone is Dakhla in?
Dakhla, Western Sahara uses the Africa/El_Aaiun time zone. It is currently on UTC. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Dakhla observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Dakhla 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 Dakhla today?
The sun rises at 6:59 AM and sets at 6:41 PM in Dakhla today, giving 11h 42m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Dakhla and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Dakhla right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Dakhla?
Dakhla is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.