Current Time in Kigali, Rwanda
Kigali currently observes Central Africa Time (GMT+2, UTC+2).
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About Kigali
Kigali serves as the capital of Rwanda. It is one of the largest cities in Rwanda, with about 1.1 million residents. Kigali is in the Africa/Kigali time zone (UTC+2). The city's primary airport carries the code KGL.
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Kigali time zone details
Kigali does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kigali in?
Kigali is in the Africa/Kigali time zone. The current UTC offset is UTC+2.
What is the current time in Kigali?
It is currently 1:04 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Does Kigali observe daylight saving time?
Kigali does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Kigali today?
Sunrise today is at 6:01 AM and sunset at 6:01 PM — 12 hours 1 minute of daylight.
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