Current local time in Makurdi, Nigeria
WAT · UTC+01:00 · West Africa Standard Time
About Makurdi
Makurdi, Benue, Nigeria uses the West Africa Standard Time time zone (Africa/Lagos), currently UTC+01:00. Population: about 292,645.
| Country: | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| State / region: | Benue |
| Coordinates: | 7°44′N / 8°31′E |
| Population: | 292,645 |
| Currency: | Nigerian naira (NGN) |
| Languages: | English |
| Country calling code: | +234 |
Time zone in Makurdi
| IANA time zone: | Africa/Lagos |
|---|---|
| Time zone name: | West Africa Standard Time (WAT) |
| Current UTC offset: | UTC+01:00 |
| UTC time now: |
Daylight saving time
Makurdi does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on UTC+01:00 all year.
Sunrise and sunset in Makurdi today
| Sunrise: | 06:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunset: | 18:08 |
| Solar noon: | 12:10 |
| Day length: | 11h 55m |
| Civil twilight: | 05:51 – 18:29 |
Calculated for 2026-10-21 at the city’s coordinates using PHP’s solar position algorithm; times are local (WAT) and approximate to about a minute.
Time difference from Makurdi
- LondonSame timeMakurdi is on the same time
- New York+5 hMakurdi is 5 hours ahead of New York
- Tokyo−8 hMakurdi is 8 hours behind Tokyo
Frequently asked questions about Makurdi time
What time zone is Makurdi in?
Makurdi uses the IANA time zone Africa/Lagos (West Africa Standard Time). The current offset is UTC+01:00.
Does Makurdi observe daylight saving time?
Makurdi does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on UTC+01:00 all year.
What is the time difference between Makurdi and London?
Right now Makurdi and London are on the same time. The difference can change when either place changes its clocks; use the comparison tool for a specific date.
What is the time difference between Makurdi and New York?
Right now Makurdi is 5 hours ahead of New York. The difference can change when either place changes its clocks; use the comparison tool for a specific date.