Current Time in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kinshasa currently observes West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1).
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About Kinshasa
Kinshasa is the capital city of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. With a population of around 16 million, it is one of the world's largest cities. Kinshasa keeps Africa/Kinshasa time (UTC+1). Other major cities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo include Lubumbashi, Mbuji-Mayi and Kananga. The city's primary airport carries the code FIH.
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Kinshasa time zone details
Kinshasa does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kinshasa in?
Kinshasa is in the Africa/Kinshasa time zone and observes West Africa Time (WAT). The current UTC offset is UTC+1.
What is the current time in Kinshasa?
It is currently 12:05 PM on Monday, June 22, 2026 in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Does Kinshasa observe daylight saving time?
Kinshasa does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Kinshasa today?
Sunrise today is at 6:04 AM and sunset at 5:56 PM — 11 hours 52 minutes of daylight.
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