What Time Is It in Democratic Republic of the Congo Right Now? | Democratic Republic of the Congo Time Zone

Overview

The Democratic Republic of the Congo spans two time zones. Western DRC uses WAT (UTC+1), while eastern DRC uses CAT (UTC+2), so local time depends on the region.

Quick facts

• West: WAT (UTC+1)
• East: CAT (UTC+2)
• DST: Not observed
• Coverage: Two national time zones

FAQs

Does the Democratic Republic of the Congo have more than one time zone?

Yes. The west uses UTC+1 and the east uses UTC+2.

Does DRC change clocks during the year?

No. DRC does not observe daylight saving time.

If it is 12:00 UTC, what time is it in DRC?

It is 13:00 in Kinshasa and 14:00 in eastern cities such as Goma and Lubumbashi.

Why is DRC different from many other African countries?

Its large east-west span means one clock would not fit the entire country well.

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