Current Time in Atlantic/Cape_Verde Time Zone
IANA Name: Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Standard Offset: UTC −01:00
Daylight Saving: No
Currently Observing DST: No ❌
The Atlantic/Cape_Verde time zone at a glance
| Right now | 10:31 on Tuesday |
|---|---|
| UTC offset | UTC-01:00 (1 hour behind UTC) |
| Abbreviation | -01 |
| Daylight saving | No - Same time all year |
| Region | Atlantic |
What time is it in Atlantic/Cape_Verde?
The current local time in the Atlantic/Cape_Verde zone is 10:31 on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. The clock above updates every second. This zone runs on -01, which is UTC-01:00 - That's 1 hour behind UTC.
Does it change for daylight saving time?
No. Atlantic/Cape_Verde keeps the same offset all year. The clocks never move forward or back, so you do not have to worry about daylight saving changes here. New to clock changes? Read our plain-English guide to daylight saving time.
How to convert Atlantic/Cape_Verde time
Use the live clock for exact seconds, but for quick planning: 12:00 UTC = 11:00 local time, and 09:00 local time = 10:00 UTC. These examples use today's -01 offset, so they automatically reflect whether daylight saving is active now.
Use Atlantic/Cape_Verde when software asks for a time zone
Atlantic/Cape_Verde is the exact IANA identifier for this rule set. Use it in calendars, code, schedules, and travel planning instead of only writing UTC-01:00, because a plain UTC offset does not describe daylight-saving rules or future legal changes.
Where is Atlantic/Cape_Verde time used?
It is the official local time in Cabo Verde. Cities that use this zone include Assomada, Espargos, Mindelo, Praia and Tarrafal.
Best next checks for Atlantic/Cape_Verde
For a real-world meeting, compare Atlantic/Cape_Verde with a city page or use the time zone converter. For a reminder on your own device, set an online alarm after you confirm the local date and time.
💡 Tip: Setting up a call with someone in Cabo Verde? Remember they are on UTC-01:00. Check the live clock above before you pick a time, then compare nearby city pages for local context.
The Atlantic/Cape_Verde time zone - Frequently asked questions
What is the Atlantic/Cape_Verde time zone?
Atlantic/Cape_Verde is a time zone in the Atlantic region. It runs on -01, which is UTC-01:00.
What is the UTC offset of Atlantic/Cape_Verde?
Atlantic/Cape_Verde is UTC-01:00 right now - 1 hour behind UTC. It stays the same all year.
Does Atlantic/Cape_Verde use daylight saving time?
No. The clocks stay the same all year, with no daylight saving changes.
Which countries use Atlantic/Cape_Verde time?
It is used in Cabo Verde.
How Alarm.now reads Atlantic/Cape_Verde
IANA rule set and current offset
Atlantic/Cape_Verde is treated as an IANA time-zone identifier, not just a short abbreviation. That means the page can connect the live clock to its UTC offset, standard abbreviation GMT-1, and any daylight-saving rule changes.
Best use cases
Use this page when software, calendars, or travel plans ask for the exact IANA zone. For a place-based view, follow the linked country and city clocks above, or compare zones with the time zone converter.