Current time in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe uses a single time zone, Africa/Harare (standard time UTC+2). Daylight saving time is not currently observed here, so the offset holds all year.
UTC offset
UTC+2
now
Time zones
1
Africa/Harare
Daylight saving
Not observed
all of 2026
Cities listed
1
Africa
Time zones in Zimbabwe
| Zone | Example city | Local time | UTC offset now | Standard / DST | Next clock change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa/Harare | Harare | 13:30 | UTC+2 | UTC+2 all year | — |
Cities in Zimbabwe
| City | Local time | IANA time zone | UTC offset now | Abbr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harare | 13:30 | Africa/Harare | UTC+2 | CAT |
Frequently asked questions
What time is it in Zimbabwe right now?
All of Zimbabwe uses the Africa/Harare time zone, currently at UTC+2 (CAT). 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 Zimbabwe have?
Zimbabwe uses a single time zone, Africa/Harare, at UTC+2 in standard time.
Does Zimbabwe observe daylight saving time?
No. Zimbabwe keeps the same offset all year, so the UTC offset shown is correct on every date of 2026.
What is the UTC offset in Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe is currently at UTC+2. This offset holds all year — there are no clock changes.