Current time in Ethiopia
Ethiopia uses a single time zone, Africa/Addis_Ababa (standard time UTC+3). Daylight saving time is not currently observed here, so the offset holds all year.
UTC offset
UTC+3
now
Time zones
1
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Daylight saving
Not observed
all of 2026
Cities listed
1
Africa
Time zones in Ethiopia
| Zone | Example city | Local time | UTC offset now | Standard / DST | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa/Addis_Ababa | Addis Ababa | 14:30 | UTC+3 | UTC+3 all year | — |
Cities in Ethiopia
| City | Local time | IANA time zone | UTC offset now | Abbr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addis Ababa | 14:30 | Africa/Addis_Ababa | UTC+3 | EAT |
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Ethiopia right now?
All of Ethiopia uses the Africa/Addis_Ababa time zone, currently at UTC+3 (EAT). The table on this page shows the live local time, updated every second from your device's clock using the official IANA time zone rules.
How many time zones does Ethiopia have?
Ethiopia uses a single time zone, Africa/Addis_Ababa, at UTC+3 in standard time.
Does Ethiopia observe daylight saving time?
No. Ethiopia keeps the same offset all year, so the UTC offset shown is correct on every date of 2026.
What is the UTC offset in Ethiopia?
Ethiopia is currently at UTC+3. This offset holds all year — there are no clock changes.