About Cape Town Time
Cape Town and all of South Africa operate on South Africa Standard Time (SAST). This timezone is consistent year-round, as South Africa does not observe daylight saving time. SAST is two hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+2), making it easy to coordinate international calls and meetings.
🌍 Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg (SAST)
UTC+2 (year-round)
No daylight saving time
☀️ No Time Changes
South Africa does not observe DST
Time remains constant all year
Always 2 hours ahead of UTC
📍 Location
Latitude: 33.9249° S
Longitude: 18.4241° E
Legislative capital of South Africa
Current Month Calendar
Time in Cape Town vs Major Cities
Cape Town shares its timezone with the entire country, including Johannesburg and Durban. Here is how Cape Town's time compares to other major world cities:
Same Time As
Johannesburg, Durban, Pretoria, Cairo, Harare, Amsterdam, Paris
Time Differences
London: +2 hours (Winter) / +1 hour (Summer)
New York: +6 hours (Summer) / +7 hours (Winter)
Dubai: -2 hours
Mumbai: -3.5 hours
Tokyo: -7 hours
Sydney: -8 hours (Winter) / -9 hours (Summer)
Practical Time Information
Known as the "Mother City," Cape Town is a vibrant hub of culture, tourism, and business. Understanding the local time is essential for anyone visiting its iconic landmarks like Table Mountain and Robben Island, or conducting business in South Africa's legislative capital.
Daylight hours in Cape Town vary significantly by season. In summer, the sun can rise as early as 5:30 AM and set after 8:00 PM, offering long, bright days. In winter, sunrise is around 7:45 AM, with sunset occurring as early as 5:45 PM.
Standard business hours are typically from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Shops and malls generally open around 9:00 AM and close by 7:00 PM, with extended hours during peak tourist season. The city's world-class restaurant scene is active late into the evening, reflecting Cape Town's relaxed and cosmopolitan lifestyle.
Time in Major Cities
Compare Cape Town time with major cities around the world. All times are synchronized and updated in real-time.