Current Time in Laayoune
About Laayoune
Laayoune is located in Western Sahara, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 196,331. It runs on Africa/El_Aaiun time, currently UTC relative to UTC. Laayoune does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryWestern Sahara
- Population196,331
- Latitude27.1418°
- Longitude-13.1880°
- Time zoneAfrica/El_Aaiun
- Current UTC offsetUTC
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Laayoune Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Laayoune's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Laayoune
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Daylight Saving Time
Laayoune 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 Laayoune
What time zone is Laayoune in?
Laayoune, 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 Laayoune observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Laayoune 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 Laayoune today?
The sun rises at 6:50 AM and sets at 6:28 PM in Laayoune today, giving 11h 38m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Laayoune and New York City?
New York City is 4 hours behind Laayoune right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Laayoune?
Laayoune is currently UTC. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.