Time in Cairo, Egypt
Monday, September 21, 2026
When Cairo changes its clocks
Cairo is one of the places that still shifts its clocks twice a year
Cairo keeps Eastern European Standard Time at UTC+02:00 for most of the year, and moves to Eastern European Summer Time at UTC+03:00 during its summer. The shift is 1 hour.
Next change
29 October 2026 — clocks move back by 1 hour, from UTC+03:00 to UTC+02:00.
Upcoming transition dates
- 24 April 2026 — forward to UTC+03:00
- 29 October 2026 — back to UTC+02:00
- 30 April 2027 — forward to UTC+03:00
- 28 October 2027 — back to UTC+02:00
- 28 April 2028 — forward to UTC+03:00
- 26 October 2028 — back to UTC+02:00
When the gap to Cairo changes
Dates in the next year where the difference shifts, by counterpart city
The difference between two cities is not a constant. It changes whenever either side moves its clocks — and because regions switch on different dates, there are short windows each year when the usual gap is wrong. These are the dates that matter for Cairo:
London (United Kingdom)
- From 25 October 2026: Cairo is 3 hours ahead of London
- From 29 October 2026: Cairo is 2 hours ahead of London
- From 28 March 2027: Cairo is 1 hour ahead of London
- From 30 April 2027: Cairo is 2 hours ahead of London
Paris (France)
- From 25 October 2026: Cairo is 2 hours ahead of Paris
- From 29 October 2026: Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Paris
- From 28 March 2027: Cairo is on the same clock
- From 30 April 2027: Cairo is 1 hour ahead of Paris
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
- From 29 October 2026: Cairo is 2 hours behind Dubai
- From 30 April 2027: Cairo is 1 hour behind Dubai
Daylight and the sun over Cairo
Cairo sits at 30.04°, 31.24°
Longest day
14h 05m of daylight
Shortest day
10h 12m of daylight
Yearly swing
3h 52m between them
Clock time versus solar time
Cairo's clock is unusually well matched to the sun: local noon falls within 5 minutes of the moment the sun is actually overhead. Most cities sit further out, because time zones follow borders rather than longitude.
During summer time that gap widens to 55 minutes ahead of the sun, which is the whole point of the exercise — shifting daylight into the evening.
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Best Times to Contact Cairo
Optimal calling and meeting hours
Business Hours
Typically 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM local time
Best for professional calls, meetings, and business inquiries
Personal Calls
Evenings 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM local time
Ideal for catching up with family and friends
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Cultural Business Context
Cairo, Egypt • 12:24 local time
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Good time for business communication
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Business hours: 09:00 - 17:00 | Weekend: Friday, Saturday | Lunch: 14:00 - 15:00
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Places related to Cairo
Cities that share a clock, a country, or an offset
On exactly the same clock as Cairo
These share the Africa/Cairo zone, so they keep the same time as Cairo and change their clocks on the same dates.
Same offset (UTC+02:00), different part of the world
These sit in other countries but keep the same standard offset as Cairo (Eastern European Standard Time). They will not necessarily change clocks on the same dates, so the match can be seasonal rather than permanent.
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Common Questions About Cairo Time
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Cairo in?
Cairo operates in the Africa/Cairo time zone, known as Eastern European Standard Time, currently UTC+02:00 (UTC+03:00 during summer time). This clock applies that offset directly from the IANA time zone database.
Does Cairo observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Cairo shifts its clocks by 1 hour, between UTC+02:00 and UTC+03:00. The next change is on 29 October 2026.
What's the time difference between Cairo and my location?
The time comparison tool above shows the current time difference. You can also use our meeting coordinator to find the best times for calls across different time zones.
How accurate is this Cairo clock?
Our clock synchronizes with your device's time and applies the official Africa/Cairo time zone offset. It updates every second and automatically handles daylight saving time, ensuring accuracy within a second.
Can I use this for scheduling meetings in Cairo?
Yes! This tool is perfect for scheduling. Use the meeting coordinator above to compare multiple time zones and find optimal meeting times that work for everyone in Cairo and other locations.
Time Zone Facts About Cairo
Interesting information about Cairo's time
IANA identifier
Africa/Cairo
Standard time name
Eastern European Standard Time
Standard offset
UTC+02:00
Daylight saving
Observed — clocks shift 1 hour to UTC+03:00
Region
Africa
Population
20,901,000