Time in Niger
Capital · Niamey
Time zone in Niger
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa/Niamey West Africa Standard Time |
UTC+01:00 | No | Niamey |
About Niger
| Official name: | Republic of Niger |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Niamey |
| Region: | Africa · Western Africa |
| Population: | 26,312,034 |
| Currency: | West African CFA franc (XOF, CFA) |
| Calling code: | +227 |
| Languages: | French |
| ISO codes: | NE / NER |
| Internet domain: | .ne |
Cities in Niger
Public holidays in Niger 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — Nouvel An
- 16 Mar — Laylat al-Qadr estimated
- 20 Mar — Fête de fin du Ramadan estimated
- 6 Apr — Lundi de Pâques
- 24 Apr — Journée Nationale de la Concorde
- 1 May — Fête du travail
- 27 May — Fête du mouton estimated
- 16 Jun — Nouvel an islamique estimated
Frequently asked questions about time in Niger
How many time zones does Niger have?
Niger uses one time zone: West Africa Standard Time (Africa/Niamey, currently UTC+01:00).
Does Niger use daylight saving time?
No. None of Niger’s time zones change their clocks for daylight saving time in the next 12 months.
What time is it in Niamey, the capital of Niger?
See the live clock on the Niamey time page. Niamey uses Africa/Niamey.