Location
Cotonou, Benin
Current local time
Time in Cotonou Now
Current local time in Cotonou, Benin with accurate time zone details, WAT (UTC+1). Check today’s sunrise and sunset times on findtime.io.
Time zone
WAT | UTC+1
IANA zone
Africa/Porto-Novo
Population
679,012
Use this Cotonou time page to check timezone details, plan calls, and compare meeting times with cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cotonou
Time-sensitive answers as of 2026-11-09 01:49 UTC. Open the live clock for the latest timezone information.
What time is it in Cotonou right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Cotonou, Benin. Right now, Cotonou uses West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Cotonou use?
Cotonou uses West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1. Cotonou does not change its clocks, so it stays on UTC+1 all year (WAT). The IANA timezone identifier is Africa/Porto-Novo.
What is the UTC offset for Cotonou?
The UTC offset for Cotonou is UTC+1 all year (WAT). Cotonou does not change its clocks, so this offset does not change during the year.
What does the time abbreviation mean in Cotonou?
WAT is the short label for the current local timezone used in Cotonou. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Cotonou on Daylight Saving Time today?
No, Cotonou does not observe Daylight Saving Time and does not change its clocks. It stays on UTC+1 all year (WAT) and currently uses West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1.
What is the time difference between Cotonou and my location?
The time difference depends on your own timezone and the date. Use the live comparison tools on findtime.io to compare your location with Cotonou; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Cotonou?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Cotonou, using West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Cotonou working hours.
How do I convert Cotonou time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Cotonou, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1.
Does Cotonou use the same time all year?
Yes. Cotonou does not change its clocks for daylight saving time, so it stays on UTC+1 all year (WAT). It currently uses West Africa Time (WAT) | UTC+1.
