Current Time in Zimbabwe 🇿🇼
Check the current local time anywhere in Zimbabwe. Below you'll find live clocks for Zimbabwe's major cities, its time zone and UTC offset, and its largest cities by population.
Current Time in Major Cities in Zimbabwe
- Beitbridge Sun 03:36:03
- Bindura Sun 03:36:03
- Bulawayo Sun 03:36:03
- Chinhoyi Sun 03:36:03
- Chitungwiza Sun 03:36:03
- Gweru Sun 03:36:03
- Harare Sun 03:36:03
- Masvingo Sun 03:36:03
- Mutare Sun 03:36:03
- Ruwa Sun 03:36:03
- Victoria Falls Sun 03:36:03
| City | Current Time |
|---|---|
| Beitbridge | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Bindura | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Bulawayo | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Chinhoyi | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Chitungwiza | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Gweru | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Harare | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Masvingo | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Mutare | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Ruwa | Sun 03:36:03 |
| Victoria Falls | Sun 03:36:03 |
IANA time zones in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe 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/Harare CAT · UTC+02:00
- Africa/Maputo CAT · UTC+02:00
Does Zimbabwe have multiple time zones?
Yes. Zimbabwe 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/Harare | UTC+02:00 |
| Africa/Maputo | UTC+02:00 |
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 Zimbabwe at a glance
| Current main time | 03:36 on Sunday |
|---|---|
| Time zones | 1 (one nationwide time) |
| Daylight saving | No - Same time all year |
| Zone names | CAT |
| Capital | Harare |
| Cities tracked | 11 |
How many time zones does Zimbabwe have?
Zimbabwe keeps one time zone across the whole country, so the clock reads the same everywhere - Currently UTC+02:00.
Does Zimbabwe change its clocks for daylight saving?
No. Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe
For a quick UTC comparison using the main displayed clock: 12:00 UTC = 14:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 07:00 UTC. If Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe
For scheduling, start with the live clock above, then check the city page for Harare or another major city in Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe
The capital of Zimbabwe is Harare. The biggest cities in Zimbabwe include Harare, Bulawayo, Chitungwiza, Mutare and Gweru. 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 Zimbabwe has its own live clock and time-difference table.
Time in Zimbabwe - Frequently asked questions
How many time zones does Zimbabwe have?
Zimbabwe uses one time zone nationwide.
Does Zimbabwe use daylight saving time?
No - Zimbabwe keeps the same UTC offset all year.
What time is it in Zimbabwe right now?
It is about 03:36 on Sunday in the main time zone of Zimbabwe. The clock above updates every second.
What is the capital of Zimbabwe?
The capital of Zimbabwe is Harare. Open its page to see the current local time there.
How Alarm.now builds the Zimbabwe time page
Country, city, and IANA time-zone data
This page connects Zimbabwe to its live city clocks, listed IANA time zone, UTC offset, and daylight-saving context. The capital city is Harare, 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 | Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 |
|---|---|
| ISO identifiers | ZW / ZWE |
| Capital city clock | Harare |
| Cities shown | 11 city clocks |
| IANA time zones | 2 listed zones |
| Representative UTC offset | UTC+02:00 |
Where to go next
From this country overview, continue to Harare 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.