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Durban time zone
South Africa Time
South Africa Standard Time (SAST)
IANA: Africa/Johannesburg · UTC+2
Daylight saving time in Durban
Durban does not use daylight saving time. The offset stays UTC+2 all year.
Sunrise and sunset in Durban today
Sunrise 05:16 · Sunset 18:05
Daylight 12h 49m · Solar noon 11:41
Where Durban is
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa 🇿🇦
29.8579° S, 31.0292° E · pop. 3,338,026
Time in Durban vs major world cities
| City | Local time | Difference from Durban |
|---|---|---|
| New York | Fri | 6 hours behind |
| Los Angeles | Fri | 9 hours behind |
| London | Sat | 1 hour behind |
| Paris | Sat | same time |
| Dubai | Sat | 2 hours ahead |
| Mumbai | Sat | 3.5 hours ahead |
| Singapore | Sat | 6 hours ahead |
| Tokyo | Sat | 7 hours ahead |
| Sydney | Sat | 9 hours ahead |
| São Paulo | Fri | 5 hours behind |
| Chicago | Fri | 7 hours behind |
Guides
basicsDurban Time Zone: SAST, UTC+2, History and IANA DesignationDurban uses SAST (UTC+2) year-round. No daylight saving. IANA zone Africa/Johannesburg. Solar noon at 11:48. History and comparisons explained.
businessDurban Business Hours, Shopping Times & Lunch CultureStandard office hours, bank times, shopping mall hours and lunch culture in Durban for 2026. What time things open and close.
basicsFrequently Asked Questions About Durban Time (SAST)Quick answers: Durban uses SAST (UTC+2) year-round, no DST. Time differences to London, New York, Dubai, Mumbai, Sydney. Best calling hours.
eventsComrades Marathon: Durban to Pietermaritzburg Timing GuideComrades Marathon 2026 date, start time, route direction, road closures and best spectator spots. When the race starts and ends.
travelJet Lag When Traveling to and From DurbanManage jet lag traveling to Durban from the US, Europe, Asia and Australia. Time differences, severity by route, and adjustment tips for SAST.
eventsDurban July: Durban's Premier Horse Racing and Social EventWhen is the Durban July 2026? Date, how the city shuts down, transport changes, business hours and social significance for visitors.
businessDurban Lunch Culture: Why 13:00–14:00 Is SacredDurban lunch culture: why 13:00–14:00 is the standard, how bunny chow fits in, and who eats at different times. In Durban, lunch is not...
seasonsDurban Seasons: How Summer and Winter Shape Daily LifeHow Durban’s summer and winter seasons change daylight, beach hours, meal times, and business rhythms. No DST, 3h 51min variation.