Current Time in Chipata
About Chipata
Chipata is located in Zambia, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 327,059. It runs on Africa/Lusaka time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Chipata does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryZambia
- Population327,059
- Latitude-13.6333°
- Longitude32.6500°
- Time zoneAfrica/Lusaka
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Chipata Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Chipata's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Chipata
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Daylight Saving Time
Chipata does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+2:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Chipata
What time zone is Chipata in?
Chipata, Zambia uses the Africa/Lusaka time zone. It is currently on CAT (UTC+2:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Chipata observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Chipata 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 Chipata today?
The sun rises at 5:25 AM and sets at 5:46 PM in Chipata today, giving 12h 20m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Chipata and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Chipata right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Chipata?
Chipata is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.