What time is it in Nairobi?
The clock below shows the exact local time in Nairobi, Kenya, ticking live in your browser. Nairobi is Kenya's capital, on East Africa Time (UTC+3).
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Time zone & daylight saving
Nairobi uses the Africa/Nairobi time zone, which is currently UTC+3. Nairobi does not change its clocks: it stays on UTC+3 all year.
If you have a call or flight around a clock change, double-check the time a few days before. Most mix-ups happen on the weekend the clocks move.
Time difference from major cities
Planning a call
Here is how common business hours in Nairobi line up elsewhere today:
| Nairobi | New York | London | Tokyo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 in Nairobi | 01:00 | 06:00 | 14:00 |
| 10:00 in Nairobi | 03:00 | 08:00 | 16:00 |
| 12:00 in Nairobi | 05:00 | 10:00 | 18:00 |
| 14:00 in Nairobi | 07:00 | 12:00 | 20:00 |
| 16:00 in Nairobi | 09:00 | 14:00 | 22:00 |
| 18:00 in Nairobi | 11:00 | 16:00 | 00:00 |
| 20:00 in Nairobi | 13:00 | 18:00 | 02:00 |
A rough rule: anything between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in the earlier city usually lands inside working hours for both sides, unless they are more than 8 hours apart.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone, currently UTC+3.
Does Nairobi have daylight saving time?
No. Nairobi stays on UTC+3 all year.
How do I know the time difference between me and Nairobi?
The live line under the clock compares your device's time zone with Nairobi and updates automatically.