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What time is it in South Africa?
Current time, time zone and cities in South Africa
It is now 22:59 in South Africa. South Africa currently has the same clock time as the Netherlands (Amsterdam).
It is currently night in South Africa.
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Distance
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Time zone
Africa/Johannesburg
UTC+2
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Sunrise (reference: capital of South Africa)
06:11
Sunset (reference: capital of South Africa)
18:55
Today
7 days ago
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In 21 days
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The other side of the world
The point directly opposite South Africa on Earth is in the northern Pacific Ocean. Based on its longitude, the local solar time there is now . At that point it is currently daytime. That point is exactly on the other side of the Earth: 33.9° N, 161.6° W.
On the open sea there is not always an official local time zone. We therefore use local solar time based on longitude.
Daylight
Today is about 2 minutes longer than yesterday in South Africa. In one week there will be about 14 minutes more daylight.
Seasons
South Africa is in the Southern Hemisphere. That means the seasons are reversed: around December, the days there are the longest.
Local time and time zone — key facts
South Africa uses the IANA time zone Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+2).
This time zone does not use seasonal daylight saving time.
Today the sun rises at 06:11 and sets at 18:55. Day length is 12 hours and 44 minutes.
South Africa currently has the same clock time as the Netherlands (Amsterdam).
Best time to call
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time.
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Frequently asked questions about South Africa
What time is it now in South Africa?
It is currently 22:59 in South Africa. It is night there now.
What is the time difference with South Africa?
South Africa is currently same time relative to your local time. No difference from the Netherlands (Amsterdam)
What time zone is South Africa in?
South Africa uses the time zone Africa/Johannesburg (UTC+2).
What time does the sun rise in South Africa?
Today the sun rises in South Africa at 06:11.
What time does the sun set in South Africa?
Today the sun sets in South Africa at 18:55.
What is the best time to call someone in South Africa?
A convenient time is usually between 09:00 and 17:00 local time in South Africa. On this page you will find an overview with specific advice per time.
Where can I learn more about time zones and daylight saving?
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