Time in Maputo, Mozambique now
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CAT
Central Africa Time
UTC+2
No DST
Maputo
Maputo City, Mozambique
29 Jul 2026
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Mozambique: common questions
What is the current time in Maputo, Mozambique?
Maputo operates on Central Africa Time (CAT), which is UTC+2. To find the current time in Maputo, add 2 hours to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Mozambique does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so the time remains consistent throughout the year.
Does Maputo, Mozambique observe Daylight Saving Time?
No, Maputo and the rest of Mozambique do not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country stays on Central Africa Time (CAT), which is UTC+2, throughout the year.
What is the time difference between Maputo and major world cities?
London (GMT/BST): Maputo is 2 hours ahead of London when the UK is on GMT (winter), and 1 hour ahead when the UK is on BST (summer).
New York (EST/EDT): Maputo is 7 hours ahead of New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 6 hours ahead when NY is on EDT (summer).
Tokyo (JST): Maputo is 7 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9.
New York (EST/EDT): Maputo is 7 hours ahead of New York when NY is on EST (winter), and 6 hours ahead when NY is on EDT (summer).
Tokyo (JST): Maputo is 7 hours behind Tokyo, as Japan Standard Time is UTC+9.
What are other major cities in Mozambique?
Mozambique's major cities include Matola, Beira, Nampula, and Chimoio. Maputo is the capital and largest city.
What is Maputo, Mozambique known for?
Maputo is Mozambique's capital and largest city, known for its beautiful waterfront along Maputo Bay, the Central Railway Station (designed by Gustave Eiffel), the Maputo Central Market, vibrant arts scene, and as a major port and commercial center. The city is also famous for its Portuguese colonial architecture, seafood cuisine, and as a gateway to Mozambique's beautiful beaches and wildlife reserves.