Current Time in Ghana 🇬ðŸ‡
Check the current local time anywhere in Ghana. Below you'll find live clocks for Ghana's major cities, its time zone and UTC offset, and its largest cities by population.
Current Time in Major Cities in Ghana
- Accra Sun 02:49:51
- Atsiaman Sun 02:49:51
- Bibiani Sun 02:49:51
- Bolgatanga Sun 02:49:51
- Cape Coast Sun 02:49:51
- Dambai Sun 02:49:51
- Ho Sun 02:49:51
- Japekrom Sun 02:49:51
- Koforidua Sun 02:49:51
- Kumasi Sun 02:49:51
- Mim Sun 02:49:51
- Nalerigu Sun 02:49:51
- Salaga Sun 02:49:51
- Sekondi Sun 02:49:51
- Takoradi Sun 02:49:51
- Tamale Sun 02:49:51
- Techiman Sun 02:49:51
- Wa Sun 02:49:51
| City | Current Time |
|---|---|
| Accra | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Atsiaman | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Bibiani | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Bolgatanga | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Cape Coast | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Dambai | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Ho | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Japekrom | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Koforidua | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Kumasi | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Mim | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Nalerigu | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Salaga | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Sekondi | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Takoradi | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Tamale | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Techiman | Sun 02:49:51 |
| Wa | Sun 02:49:51 |
IANA time zones in Ghana
Ghana maps to the following IANA time-zone database entries. Open any zone for its current time, UTC offset, daylight-saving rules and the cities and countries that use it.
- Africa/Abidjan GMT · UTC+00:00
- Africa/Accra GMT · UTC+00:00
Does Ghana have multiple time zones?
Yes. Ghana uses more than one IANA time zone, so the current local time can differ by city or region. For scheduling, compare the exact city on the world cities list or use the time zone converter.
| IANA time zone | Current standard offset |
|---|---|
| Africa/Abidjan | UTC+00:00 |
| Africa/Accra | UTC+00:00 |
Why this matters
A country clock is a useful overview, but a city or IANA time-zone page is more precise for travel and scheduling because it identifies the exact rule set, UTC offset, and daylight-saving behavior.
Time in Ghana at a glance
| Current main time | 02:49 on Sunday |
|---|---|
| Time zones | 1 (one nationwide time) |
| Daylight saving | No - Same time all year |
| Zone names | GMT |
| Capital | Accra |
| Cities tracked | 18 |
How many time zones does Ghana have?
Ghana keeps one time zone across the whole country, so the clock reads the same everywhere - Currently UTC.
Does Ghana change its clocks for daylight saving?
No. Ghana stays on the same UTC offset all year. There are no daylight saving changes, so you never have to move the clocks. Want the full picture? Read our guide to daylight saving time.
How to convert time in Ghana
For a quick UTC comparison using the main displayed clock: 12:00 UTC = 12:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 09:00 UTC. If Ghana has more than one time zone, use the city and IANA zone links on this page for the exact local rule, or drop any two places into the time zone converter to get the answer instantly.
Best time to call or schedule with Ghana
For scheduling, start with the live clock above, then check the city page for Kumasi or another major city in Ghana. City pages include sunrise/sunset, local DST status, and time-difference tables against major world hubs. To compare several places at a glance, line them up side by side on the world clock.
Major cities in Ghana
The capital of Ghana is Accra. The biggest cities in Ghana include Kumasi, Accra, Tamale, Takoradi and Sekondi. Open any city to see its live clock, sunrise and sunset times, and how far ahead or behind it is from other places.
💡 Tip: Need the time in a specific city? Use the list above - Every city in Ghana has its own live clock and time-difference table.
Time in Ghana - Frequently asked questions
How many time zones does Ghana have?
Ghana uses one time zone nationwide.
Does Ghana use daylight saving time?
No - Ghana keeps the same UTC offset all year.
What time is it in Ghana right now?
It is about 02:49 on Sunday in the main time zone of Ghana. The clock above updates every second.
What is the capital of Ghana?
The capital of Ghana is Accra. Open its page to see the current local time there.
How Alarm.now builds the Ghana time page
Country, city, and IANA time-zone data
This page connects Ghana to its live city clocks, listed IANA time zone, UTC offset, and daylight-saving context. The capital city is Accra, and each linked city page gives the more precise local clock and scheduling notes.
Country time reference
The identifiers and counts below clarify which country, cities, and time zones the clocks on this page represent.
| Country | Ghana 🇬🇠|
|---|---|
| ISO identifiers | GH / GHA |
| Capital city clock | Accra |
| Cities shown | 18 city clocks |
| IANA time zones | 2 listed zones |
| Representative UTC offset | UTC+00:00 |
Where to go next
From this country overview, continue to Accra time, the IANA time-zone index, and the time zone converter for future-date checks.
When to use a city page instead
Use this country page for the overview. Use a specific city or IANA time zone page when you need the exact rule set for calendars, travel, code, or future meetings.