Africa · Egypt
Current time in Suez
Eastern European Standard Time. Currently on daylight saving time.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Daylight saving
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Ends Oct 29, 2026 · in 2 weeks
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92%About Suez time
Suez keeps two clocks.
Suez sits at the southern gateway of the Suez Canal, where the Mediterranean meets the Red Sea, and its daily rhythm is shaped by the pulse of global shipping. On Egypt's Eastern European Time, which moves to summer time from late April to late October, the city's workday often aligns with both European and Asian trading partners, making it a natural hub for international coordination.
Daylight saving
The year, by the clock.
Now
EEST
Daylight saving · since Apr 24, 2026
Next change
Oct 29, 2026
Clocks fall back · in 2 weeks
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Suez's time zone, daylight saving rules, and scheduling across it. Can't find what you need? Email [email protected].
- How does Suez's location affect its timezone coordination?
- Positioned at the crossroads of continents, Suez bridges time zones, making it ideal for coordinating with both Europe and Asia within the same working hours.
- What is unique about Suez's relationship to daylight saving?
- Egypt observes daylight saving time, shifting clocks forward in summer, which extends evening daylight and aligns Suez more closely with European business hours during those months.
- How does the Suez Canal impact daily life in terms of time?
- The canal operates around the clock, so many local businesses and services adjust their schedules to match the 24/7 flow of maritime traffic.
- What is the population of Suez?
- Suez has a population of approximately 699,541, making it a mid-sized city with a significant role in global trade.
- What is the latitude and longitude of Suez?
- Suez is located at approximately 29.97°N latitude and 32.53°E longitude, placing it in a strategic position along the canal.
- Does Egypt observe daylight saving time?
- Yes, Egypt observes daylight saving time, shifting the local time to UTC+3 from the last Friday in April to the last Thursday in October.
- What is the time offset in Suez?
- Suez operates at UTC+2 (EET) in winter and UTC+3 (EEST) during daylight saving time.
- How does Suez's timezone benefit international business?
- Its timezone allows for overlapping business hours with both Europe and parts of Asia, facilitating smoother global trade and communication.
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