Time Difference from Windhoek to Major World Cities
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Sunrise, Sunset and Solar Day Length in Windhoek
Solar cycle and day length calculated for coordinates -22.5719Β° lat, 17.0936Β° lon at an elevation of 1650 meters above sea level:
Central Africa Time Timezone Specifications & DST Rules
About the CAT Abbreviation
CAT stands for Central Africa Time. It is observed in Namibia (Africa) at UTC +01:00.
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Travel, Infrastructure & Business Essentials for Windhoek
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Historical Adoption & Legal Timekeeping Governance
Discover the current local time in Windhoek, Namibia, along with comprehensive timezone details, including its consistent Central Africa Time (CAT) observance and lack of Daylight Saving Time. Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia, operates on the +02:00 UTC offset year-round. This detailed profile provides information on the city's geographical coordinates, administrative region within Khomas, and demographic data, including its population and ranking as the most populous city in Namibia. We also cover essential infrastructure details such as the international dialing code (+264), postal code format, currency (Namibian Dollar - NAD), power plug types (D and M), and electrical standards (230V, 50Hz). Understanding the local culture, including the work week structure and primary language (English), is also included. This resource is ideal for travelers, businesses, or anyone needing accurate and up-to-date information about the time and conditions in Windhoek. The timezone has been consistently Africa/Windhoek for many years, and this profile provides a complete overview for 2023-2026. We also provide information on related cities and authoritative sources for timekeeping in Namibia.
Historical Background: Officially adopted on 1990-03-21. Adopted Central Africa Time (CAT) upon Namibia's independence.
Legal Time Authority:
Regulated by the Namibian Government
under official statutory decree Standard Time Act.
Frequently Asked Questions about Windhoek Time
What is the current local time and timezone in Windhoek?
Windhoek operates on Central Africa Time (abbreviated as CAT). The standard offset is UTC +01:00.
What does CAT timezone stand for?
CAT stands for Central Africa Time. It maintains a standard offset of UTC +01:00 from Coordinated Universal Time (GMT / UTC).
Does Windhoek change clocks for Daylight Saving Time (DST)?
No, Windhoek does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The local time remains constant throughout the entire year at UTC +01:00 without seasonal clock shifts.
What power plug and voltage adapter do I need for Windhoek?
Namibia uses plug types D and M with a standard voltage of 230V at 50Hz.
How can I convert time or schedule calls with Windhoek?
You can use the interactive 24-hour dual-slider converter directly on this page, or visit our Time Difference Tool and Meeting Planner to schedule seamless cross-timezone calls.