About Johannesburg Time
Johannesburg, along with the rest of South Africa, uses South Africa Standard Time (SAST). This timezone is active all year, as the country does not implement daylight saving time. SAST is consistently 2 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+2), ensuring stable timekeeping for business and travel.
🌍 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: 26.2041° S
Longitude: 28.0473° E
Largest city in South Africa
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Time in Johannesburg vs Major Cities
Johannesburg shares its timezone with all other major South African cities, including Cape Town and Durban. Here is a comparison of Johannesburg's time with other global hubs:
Same Time As
Cape Town, 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 "Joburg" or the "City of Gold," Johannesburg is the economic powerhouse of South Africa and a major gateway to the continent. Being aware of the local time is vital for anyone engaging with its financial, corporate, and cultural sectors, from the Sandton business district to the vibrant arts scene in Maboneng.
Daylight hours in Johannesburg are fairly consistent. In summer (December), sunrise is around 5:15 AM and sunset is near 7:00 PM. In winter (June), the sun rises at about 6:50 AM and sets around 5:25 PM.
Standard business hours in Johannesburg are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays. Major shopping centers typically operate from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, often with later hours on weekends. The city offers a dynamic nightlife and dining scene that continues well into the late evening.
Time in Major Cities
Compare Johannesburg time with major cities around the world. All times are synchronized and updated in real-time.