Current Time in Cairo

--:--:--

EET

UTC+2

IANA timezone database Updates every second DST aware

About the Cairo Time Zone

Timezone

EET

UTC Offset

UTC+2

Region

North Africa / Middle East

Daylight Saving

Daylight Saving Time in Cairo

Egypt does not currently observe daylight saving time. Cairo remains on Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2) year-round.

About Cairo

Cairo is the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa and the Arab world. It operates on EET (UTC+2) year-round.

Cairo is a major hub for Middle Eastern and African business, tourism, and regional diplomacy.

Compare Time Differences

Need to compare the time between Cairo and another city? Our time difference calculator instantly shows the gap between Cairo and any location worldwide. You can also use our meeting planner to find the best time for everyone.

Instantly compare Cairo with any city worldwide — accounting for daylight saving time.

Compare time zones → Plan a meeting →

Other City Times

Time in Dubai Time in Istanbul Time in Nairobi

View the Full World Clock

538 cities · 193 countries · live times worldwide

→

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is Cairo in?+

Cairo is in Eastern European Time (EET), which is UTC+2. Egypt does not observe daylight saving time.

Does Cairo observe daylight saving time?+

No. Egypt suspended daylight saving time in 2011.

How many hours ahead of London is Cairo?+

Cairo is 2 hours ahead of London in winter (GMT) and 1 hour ahead in summer (BST).

What is the time difference between Cairo and Dubai?+

Cairo (UTC+2) is 2 hours behind Dubai (UTC+4).

What is EET?+

EET stands for Eastern European Time (UTC+2).