Current Time in Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi currently observes East Africa Time (EAT, UTC+3).
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About Nairobi
Nairobi is the capital of Kenya. It is one of the largest cities in Kenya, with about 4.4 million residents. Clocks in Nairobi follow the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+3). It shares this time zone with Kakamega and Mombasa. The city's primary airport carries the code NBO.
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Nairobi does not observe daylight saving time.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Nairobi in?
Nairobi is in the Africa/Nairobi time zone and observes East Africa Time (EAT). The current UTC offset is UTC+3.
What is the current time in Nairobi?
It is currently 12:35 AM on Friday, August 7, 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
Does Nairobi observe daylight saving time?
Nairobi does not observe daylight saving time.
When is sunrise and sunset in Nairobi today?
Sunrise today is at 6:36 AM and sunset at 6:40 PM, 12 hours 4 minutes of daylight.
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