Current time in Burundi

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Burundi's time zone, daylight saving rules, and how to handle it in software. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].

What time is it in Burundi right now?

Burundi follows Central Africa Time (CAT, UTC+02:00) year-round. You can check the current time on timezone.io by selecting Burundi (Africa/Bujumbura).

Does Burundi observe daylight saving time?

No, Burundi does not observe daylight saving time. The country stays on Central Africa Time (UTC+02:00) throughout the year.

What time zone is Burundi in?

Burundi uses Central Africa Time (CAT), which is UTC+02:00. The official IANA time zone identifier is Africa/Bujumbura.

How many time zones are there in Burundi?

Burundi has only one time zone: Central Africa Time (UTC+02:00), observed nationwide.

When is the best time to call Burundi from abroad?

Burundi is on UTC+02:00, so if you're in London (UTC+00 during standard time), Burundi is 2 hours ahead. During summer (when the UK observes BST), Burundi is 1 hour ahead. Plan calls during their business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM local time.

How many hours ahead or behind is Burundi from the United States?

Time in Burundi is typically 7 to 10 hours ahead depending on the US time zone and whether daylight saving is in effect. For example, Burundi is 10 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST) and 7 hours behind Pacific Standard Time (PST).