Time in São Tomé and Príncipe
Capital · São Tomé
Time zone in São Tomé and Príncipe
| Time zone | Local time | Offset | DST | Example city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africa/Sao_Tome Greenwich Mean Time |
UTC+00:00 | No | São Tomé |
About São Tomé and Príncipe
| Official name: | Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|
| Capital: | Sao Tome |
| Region: | Africa · Middle Africa |
| Population: | 209,607 |
| Currency: | Dobra (STN, Db) |
| Calling code: | +239 |
| Languages: | Portuguese |
| ISO codes: | ST / STP |
| Internet domain: | .st |
Cities in São Tomé and Príncipe
Public holidays in São Tomé and Príncipe 2026
Full list ›- 1 Jan — Ano Novo
- 3 Feb — Dia dos Mártires
- 1 May — Dia do trabalhador
- 12 Jul — Dia da Independência
- 13 Jul — Dia da Independência (substitute day)
- 6 Sep — Dia das Forças Armadas
- 7 Sep — Dia das Forças Armadas (substitute day)
- 30 Sep — Dia da Reforma Agrária
Frequently asked questions about time in São Tomé and Príncipe
How many time zones does São Tomé and Príncipe have?
São Tomé and Príncipe uses one time zone: Greenwich Mean Time (Africa/Sao_Tome, currently UTC+00:00).
Does São Tomé and Príncipe use daylight saving time?
No. None of São Tomé and Príncipe’s time zones change their clocks for daylight saving time in the next 12 months.
What time is it in São Tomé, the capital of São Tomé and Príncipe?
See the live clock on the São Tomé time page. São Tomé uses Africa/Sao_Tome.