What time zone is Kampala in?

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

What is the UTC offset for Kampala?

The UTC offset for Kampala is UTC+3 (GMT+3).

Does Kampala observe Daylight Saving Time?

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

What is the current local time in Kampala?

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

How do I convert Kampala time to other time zones?

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

Are Kampala and Kampala on the same time?

Yes — both Kampala and Kampala are in Uganda 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 Kampala?

Kampala has a population of approximately 3.3 million. It is located in Uganda and observes the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3).

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Current Time in Kampala

Q: What time is it in Kampala right now?

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

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GMT+3UTC+3Afternoon

12:37:05

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

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See the exact local time in Kampala Uganda. The live clock above updates every second.Kampala 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 Kampala

What Time Is It in Kampala Right Now?

The current local time in Kampala, Uganda is 12:37:05 PM on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Kampala observes the East Africa Time timezone (GMT+3, UTC+3). The city is currently on standard GMT+3 time.

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12:37:05 PM

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Kampala Time Zone Information

UTC offset, DST status, and Kampala timezone details

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

Daylight Saving Time: Not observed / not active
Country: 🇺🇬 Uganda

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

How to Compare Kampala Time With Other Cities

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Check the current local time in Kampala (GMT+3, UTC+3) at the top of this page — the clock updates every second.
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Use the Time Difference table below to instantly see how many hours ahead or behind major world cities are relative to Kampala.
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Need a full 24-hour side-by-side view? Head to the Timezone Converter and pick Kampala as the source.
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