Current Time in Kitwe
About Kitwe
Kitwe is located in Zambia, in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 665,961. It runs on Africa/Lusaka time, currently UTC+2:00 relative to UTC. Kitwe does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryZambia
- Population665,961
- Latitude-12.8024°
- Longitude28.2132°
- Time zoneAfrica/Lusaka
- Current UTC offsetUTC+2:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Kitwe Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Kitwe's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Kitwe
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Daylight Saving Time
Kitwe does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+2:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Kitwe
What time zone is Kitwe in?
Kitwe, 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 Kitwe observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Kitwe 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 Kitwe today?
The sun rises at 5:43 AM and sets at 6:03 PM in Kitwe today, giving 12h 20m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Kitwe and New York City?
New York City is 6 hours behind Kitwe right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Kitwe?
Kitwe is currently UTC+2:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.