What time zone is Addis Ababa in?

Addis Ababa is in the East Africa Time timezone, abbreviated GMT+3, with a UTC offset of UTC+3.

What is the UTC offset for Addis Ababa?

The UTC offset for Addis Ababa is UTC+3 (GMT+3).

Does Addis Ababa observe Daylight Saving Time?

Addis Ababa does not currently observe Daylight Saving Time. The GMT+3 offset (UTC+3) stays constant all year.

What is the current local time in Addis Ababa?

The current local time in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia can be seen live on this page. The city is in the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

How do I convert Addis Ababa time to other time zones?

Use the WorldTimePage Timezone Converter at https://worldtimepage.com/convert. Enter Addis Ababa (GMT+3, UTC+3) as the source timezone and select your destination city or timezone.

Are Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa on the same time?

Yes — both Addis Ababa and Dire Dawa are in Ethiopia and share the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3). They follow the exact same local time, including any daylight saving transitions.

How many people live in Addis Ababa?

Addis Ababa has a population of approximately 3.4 million. It is located in Ethiopia and observes the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

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Current Time in Addis Ababa

Q: What time is it in Addis Ababa right now?

The current local time in Addis Ababa is displayed live at the top of this page. Addis Ababa observes the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

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Monday, May 11, 2026

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See the exact local time in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. The live clock above updates every second.Addis Ababa follows East Africa Time (GMT+3, UTC+3). Use the sections below for timezone details, UTC offset, DST status, and comparisons with other cities worldwide.

Current Local Time in Addis Ababa

What Time Is It in Addis Ababa Right Now?

The current local time in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 10:24:51 PM on Monday, May 11, 2026. Addis Ababa observes the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3). The city is currently on standard GMT+3 time.

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Addis Ababa Time Zone Information

UTC offset, DST status, and Addis Ababa timezone details

Timezone: East Africa Time
UTC Offset: UTC+3
IANA Identifier: Africa/Addis_Ababa

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed / not active
Country: 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Addis Ababa maintains a stable UTC offset of UTC+3 year-round, making it easy to schedule international calls and meetings.

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