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Frequently Asked Questions about Zanzibar
What time is it in Zanzibar right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the current local time in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Right now, Zanzibar uses East Africa Time (GMT+3) | UTC+3, and the display updates automatically.
What time zone does Zanzibar use?
Zanzibar uses East Africa Time (GMT+3) | UTC+3. The IANA timezone identifier is Africa/Dar_es_Salaam.
What is the UTC offset for Zanzibar?
The current UTC offset for Zanzibar is shown as UTC+3. If the city observes daylight saving time, this offset can change during the year.
What does the time abbreviation mean in Zanzibar?
EAT is the short label for the current local timezone used in Zanzibar. The full timezone label and UTC offset are shown on this page so you do not have to rely on the abbreviation alone.
Is Zanzibar on Daylight Saving Time today?
No, Zanzibar does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Its local civil time stays on the same UTC offset throughout the year.
What is the time difference between Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar; the result will account for daylight saving time and the selected meeting date.
What is the best time to call or meet someone in Zanzibar?
For most business calls, aim for 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Zanzibar, using East Africa Time (GMT+3) | UTC+3. The findtime.io meeting planner shows overlap between your working hours and Zanzibar working hours.
How do I convert Zanzibar time to another city?
Use the findtime.io time converter, enter the time in Zanzibar, then choose the comparison city. The converter uses East Africa Time (GMT+3) | UTC+3.
Does Zanzibar use the same time all year?
Zanzibar does not move its clocks for daylight saving time, so the local timezone offset remains stable across the year.
